Syrian Rebels Heavily Manage Their Message

by Kelly McEvers, NPR

Just like the Syrian government, the rebels in one besieged Syrian town are in the business of message control. They're trying to depict themselves in a sympathetic light and say they are protecting the remaining civilians. But if the rebels weren't there, would the government be targeting the town in the first place? (This piece initially aired July 27, 2012, on Morning Edition.)

Broadcast Dates

• All Things Considered, July 27, 2012