Fearing Military Assault, Thousands Flee Northern Syrian...

Name: Fearing Military Assault, Thousands Flee Northern Syrian...
Uploaded: 2011-06-09T22:00:00Z
Duration: P259S
Description: The streets of Jisr al-Shughour in northern Syria were deserted Thursday as its remaining residents braced for an assault by the country's military. Elite units, believed to be commanded by President Assad's brother, appeared ready to exact vengeance on the rebellious town. Judy Woodruff reports.

Clip: 06/09/2011 | 4m 19s

The streets of Jisr al-Shughour in northern Syria were deserted Thursday as its remaining residents braced for an assault by the country's military. Elite units, believed to be commanded by President Assad's brother, appeared ready to exact vengeance on the rebellious town. Judy Woodruff reports.

Aired: 06/09/11

Rating: NR

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