Influential sheikhs in Deraa, where the protests began three months ago, and in the port city of Banias have castigated the President before large crowds.
Witnesses blame them for shooting at least some of the protesters in Banias.
Influential sheikhs in Deraa, where the protests began three months ago, and in the port city of Banias have castigated the President before large crowds.
Witnesses blame them for shooting at least some of the protesters in Banias.