That was quickly followed by a move to close two protest camps that were established last year as part of ongoing demonstrations against the Shiite-led government , which protesters have said has marginalized the country 's minority Sunni population . NEW : At least seven people have been killed and 31 wounded in shelling , medical officials say . NEW : The Syrian government has said it will not negotiate with the rebels until they lay down their arms. NEW : ` ` There will be no withdrawal , '' Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki says .
NEW : At least seven people have been killed and 31 wounded in shelling , medical officials say . NEW : The Syrian government has said it will not negotiate with the rebels until they lay down their arms. NEW : ` ` There will be no withdrawal , '' Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki says .