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Much of Homs is a devastated and deserted wasteland. This photo is from March.

Rebels surrender most of the key city of Homs in Syria

Conflict & Justice

Rebels in Syria have begun evacuating all but one small part of the key city of Homs. After months of siege and bombardment, the rebels cut a deal to surrender the town, but without becoming prisoners. Martin Chulov of the Guardian newspaper explains the deal and its significance.

Much of Homs is a devastated and deserted wasteland. This photo is from March.

Rebels surrender most of the key city of Homs in Syria

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