Syrian military bombs Deraa, extending assault in southwest
The region is politically sensitive because of its location near Israel and Jordan and the existence there of a "de-escalation" deal agreed between the US, Jordan and Syrian government ally Russia.
Smoke rises from al-Harak town, as seen from Deraa countryside, Syria June 25, 2018.(photo credit: ALAA AL-FAQIR)ByREUTERS