Syria: Syrian government forces retake ancient city of Palmyra
Syrian state television says government forces have now fought their way into the ancient city of Palmyra.
The army has been trying to retake Palmyra since it was seized by ISIL fighters in May 2015.
Clashes have raged in the historic city in recent days after government forces took control of a nearby hill.
Activists say Syrian and Russian planes provided air cover.