BBC: Syria war: US and Russia argue over truce
There are signs of growing tensions between the US and Russia over Syria - four days after a ceasefire agreed between the two sides came into effect.
Moscow warned it could resume air strikes on "moderate" rebel groups unless Washington did more to distance them from extremists.
In turn, the US voiced concern about delays in providing humanitarian aid to Aleppo and other besieged areas.
Truce breaches by Syrian troops and rebel groups have also been reported.
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