Opposition armed factions are mobilizing forces in Al Hirak town (40 km northeast of Daraa) as to what appears a new attempt to storm the 52nd Armored Brigade, local sources reported.

Residents of the town have been evacuated to nearby villages to “secure their safety”, pro-opposition activists claimed.

The Syrian Arab Army (SAA) has been targeting Al Hirak, a key stronghold for rebels in the southern city, for almost a week, killing dozens and destroying their hideouts.

All previous attempts to take over the base have proved complete failure.

The 52nd Armored Brigade of the Fifth Division, located to the east of Damascus-Daraa highway, is one of the biggest and heavily-equipped in Daraa, and oversees a number of nearby towns and villages.