Who Are The Syrian Rebels? -- Barak Barfi, Special to CNN
(CNN) -- The Syrian civil war has birthed rebel groups across a wide ideological and geographic spectrum. Some are nationalists bent on liberating their country from a ruthless regime. Others view the conflict as a springboard to a global jihad. A number are active only in their home province, while others are present throughout the country.
A closer look at Syrian rebel units illustrates the balance of forces on the battlefield. In examining these groups, it is clear that those allied with the United States have become increasingly marginalized by jihadists and Salafists, who are the most powerful players in the revolution.
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My Comment: Bottom line .... Syria's "moderate rebels" .... if there is such a thing .... are a distinct minority.
Update: Syrian civil war in photos -- CNN