Middle East

Syrians fear new 'silent' missiles

Communities caught in the fighting live in fear as new weapon offers little advance warning before it strikes.
Last Modified: 20 Jan 2013 18:13

As the bombardment of Syria continues, opposition activists say government forces are now using a new kind of missile.

Residents in the northern province of Idlib live in fear of the new weapon, which they say gives those targeted little warning before it strikes.

Al Jazeera's Sue Turton reports from Idlib province.

52

Source:
Al Jazeera
Topics in this article
People
Country
Featured on Al Jazeera
Murder of Somali draws ire of foreign African nationals over rising xenophobic violence.
We look at the impact of increased sanctions against the Islamic Republic and ask who it really affects.
Tupamaros enforce rough justice in Venezuela's slums to support socialism, but critics say the group are violent thugs.
More than a decade ago the US launched a war against Afghanistan, but was it a justified battle?
Featured
Two years since the start of the uprising, rebels and Assad's forces remain locked in conflict.
Extensive coverage of political unrest that spread from Istanbul to other areas.
Weeks of demonstrations could benefit AKP's grip on power - or be a game-changer.
More than 100 million girls have suffered genital 'cutting' to save family honour.
News and analysis of 2013 presidential contest as Ahmadinejad finishes second term.
join our mailing list