The Syrian dictator’s last stand - The Economist

1. The Syrian dictator’s last stand  The Economist
2. Tracking Syrian rebels' lightning offensive as they approach key city  BBC
3. Why did Syria’s opposition forces choose now to attack?  Al Jazeera English
4. The Guardian view on Syrian turmoil: alliances shift while Assad’s grip weakens  The Guardian
5. Assad may be on the brink, but would Syria’s rebels be any better?  The Times