Syrian forces have killed several insurgents during clashes in the eastern city of Deir al-Zour as fighting continues between government troops and armed groups.
The Syrian forces engaged the insurgents in Deir al-Zour on Saturday. There have been clashes in the city for several days.
In May, nine people were killed and about 100 others injured when a car bomb was detonated outside the security headquarters in Deir al-Zour.