Syrian rebels hold out in Aleppo

30 July 2012 Last updated at 21:48 ET


Rebel fighters are outgunned by Syrian government forces but do have some anti-aircraft weapons

Syrian rebels have held out for another night in the city of Aleppo as a government offensive enters its fourth day.
With battles raging in several areas, hospitals and clinics in the city are said to be filling up with casualties.
Thousands of people are continuing to flee the city, adding to a growing humanitarian crisis in the region.
Meanwhile, the US and Turkey have agreed to step up efforts to achieve "political transition" in Syria.
This would include the departure of Syrian President

Chizony