"Order in the city appeared to be largely enforced by the 10,000 paramilitaries of the NDF, made up largely of Christians and Alawites from the ruling religious group who fear retribution from the mainly Sunni rebels.
However, about 4,000 members of the force are Sunnis loyal to Assad." (thanks Sean)
However, about 4,000 members of the force are Sunnis loyal to Assad." (thanks Sean)
