A huge demonstration in the Syrian city of Aleppo in support of President Bashar al-Assad.<br/> These pictures - aired by Syrian television - show large crowds chanting and drumming, with a podium for speakers to address the rally.<br/> (UPSOT) (English) UNIDENTIFIED SPEAKER AT RALLY:<br/> "Let us live in peace and security, don't make our country a bone for your aggressive plans."<br/> The pro-Assad demonstration is also to thank Russia and China for blocking European-led efforts to impose sanctions on the Syrian government.<br/> The decision by Moscow and Beijing to use their veto power drew condemnation from the United States and its Western allies.<br/> Assad has intensified his crackdown on protests demanding his resignation.<br/> The United Nations said the military onslaught against protesters has killed 3,000 people, including at least 187 children.<br/> Nick Rowlands, Reuters.
