Syrian rebels say they have taken control of Homs

The leader of the Islamist group leading an insurgency in Syria says his forces have taken full control of Homs - the country's third largest city. Abu Mohammed al-Golani called it a "historic victory" and urged his followers not to harm those who surrendered. The BBC has not yet been able to verify the claims. The Syrian Defence Ministry said the reports were false and that the situation in Homs was "stable and safe".

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