Tue Aug 13, 2013 08:09:56
Footage and pictures released by media showing Syrian soldiers in their military uniforms walking alongside their brides during a group wedding in the western city of Latakia.
Syrian officials held the group wedding on Sunday in the port city to appreciate the efforts made by the soldiers in fighting against foreign-backed militants.
Fifteen soldiers along with their brides were participated in the wedding ceremony.
Latakia province is a stronghold of President Bashar al-Assad, apart from militant-held pockets.
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