BEIRUT ? Syrian troops opened fire on people throwing stones to stop a military convoy from advancing toward the eastern city of Deir el-Zour, killing as many as three people Saturday, activists said, as government forces intensified a pre-Ramadan crackdown on protesters calling for President Bashar al-Assad?s ouster.
Activists have predicted that demonstrations will escalate during the Islamic holy month, which begins Monday, as both sides try to tip the balance in the months-long uprising.
During Ramadan, Muslims throng mosques for special night prayers after breaking their daily dawn-to-dusk fast. Such gatherings could trigger protests throughout the predominantly Sunni country, and activists say authorities are moving to ensure that does not happen.
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