BBC: Islamic State battles Syrian rebel forces in Damascus
Syrian rebel forces have come under attack from Islamic State (IS) on the southern outskirts of Damascus.
Militants from the jihadist group are reportedly battling Jaysh al-Islam fighters in the Qadam district and those of Ajnad al-Sham in nearby Asali.
The fighting has brought IS closer than ever to the heart of the capital.
Correspondents say it is unclear whether the attacks will be limited to rebel-held areas or will later shift to the government-controlled city centre.
IS militants launched the assaults on Qadam and Asali over the weekend from Hajar al-Aswad, where they have been based since July 2014.
WNU Editor: Capturing Damascus would be an incredible prize for the Islamic State .... and a disaster for the entire region. Fortunately .... the Islamic State lacks the resources to accomplish such a goal ... at least for now.
More News On Reports That Islamic State Forces Are Now Pushing Deeper Into The Syrian Capital Of Damascus
ISIS fighters push deeper into Syrian capital Damascus -- CBS/AP
Islamic State fights Syrian rebels and 'moves closer to central Damascus' -- The Telegraph
ISIS moves closer to central Damascus -- Al Arabiya/AFP
Daesh closes in on Damascus: activists -- Al Bawaba
Islamic State militants war with rival Syrian rebels in Damascus -- UPI
Islamic State moves closer than ever to centre of Damascus -- Middle East Eye