Battle for Syrian town despite UN brokered ceasefire

25 May 2012 Last updated at 07:43 ET Help

There are reports of fresh demonstrations across Syria following Friday prayers. Observers say at least six civilians have been killed.

This comes despite a UN-brokered ceasefire and follows shelling on Thursday by regime forces of the rebel stronghold of Rastan, north of Damascus.

The town has been under fire for days by Syrian tanks and troops.

Our correspondent Paul Wood and cameraman Fred Scott have been back inside Syria and managed to reach the town.

BBC © 2013 The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read more.

This page is best viewed in an up-to-date web browser with style sheets (CSS) enabled. While you will be able to view the content of this page in your current browser, you will not be able to get the full visual experience. Please consider upgrading your browser software or enabling style sheets (CSS) if you are able to do so.