(Washington Post) Liz Sly and Joby Warrick - Syrian forces launched a renewed assault on the city of Hama on Monday. At least four people were killed, but the toll was expected to rise because residents reported a sudden and intense increase in bombardments Monday night, with shells crashing into residential neighborhoods, a hospital and the courthouse. "The bombing is very big, and they are using some bombs that are bigger than tanks," said activist Saleh Hamawi. Syrian troops did not, however, penetrate the center of the city, which has effectively been under the control of protesters since June.
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