Clashes rage across Syria despite UN statement
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Syrian troops shelled and raided opposition areas and clashed with rebel fighters around the country Thursday despite UN efforts to stop the bloodshed so aid could reach suffering civilians.
Activists cited the fresh violence in dismissing a UN Security Council statement calling for a cease-fire to allow for dialogue between all sides on a political solution. The government of President Bashar Assad also played down the statement, saying Damascus is under no threats or ultimatums. (AP)
