Battle For Syria's Largest City Draws Closer

by Anthony Kuhn, NPR

Syrian troops and anti-government rebels are gearing up for what could be a decisive battle for the country's commercial center. Government tanks and helicopter gunships are bombarding parts of Aleppo where the rebels are firmly entrenched. So far, government forces have not moved to re-take the city but analysts fear an offensive is imminent.

Broadcast Dates

• All Things Considered, July 27, 2012