Turkey issues urgent warning to citizens in Syria
Turkish Embassy in Syria warned citizens to stay away from protest sites amid growing protests in the country against Syrian government.
Turkish Embassy in Syria warned citizens to stay away from protest sites amid growing protests in the country against Syrian government.
Turkish Embassy in Damascus made an urgent announcement on its internet site, saying there was civil disorder in parts of the country.
It said most violent protests were held in the southern city of Daraa.
Earlier media reports said Syrian troops opened fire on protesters in Daraa where thousands flooded Assad Square chanting for "freedom." Residents said at least 20 protestors have been killed.
Embassy officials also had a meeting with Turkish students and businessmen living in Syria and warned about recent unrest in the country.
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