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Rebels take control of key north Syria airbase

Rebels are reported to have taken control of a strategic military airbase in north-western Syria after days of fierce fighting with government forces.

Opposition activists said the Free Syrian Army (FSA) was in full control of Taftanaz airport. Videos purportedly showed fighters inside the facility.

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