How The Syrian Rebels Use Social Networks And The Media To Promote Their Cause

Syrian "Cyber Soldiers" Describe Life Under Attack -- CBS

(CBS News) DAMASCUS SUBURBS - It appears the Syrian dictatorship has turned to ballistic missiles in its war. The U.S. says Scud missiles have been launched against the rebels, and it's an ominous sign because it's a much larger weapon with a lot of explosive power.

The dictatorship of Bashar al-Assad has been fighting the rebellion for more than a year. At least 40,000 Syrians are dead, most of whom are civilians.

CBS News reached a neighborhood on the outskirts of the capital of Damascus to learn what life is like under the government's firepower.

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Update #1: Aleppo Today TV becomes vital news source amid Syria's chaos -- CNN
Update #2: Syrian Rebel Use of Social Media -- The ISN Blog

My Comment: The Assad regime also has it's "media promoters".