The US has expressed concern over reports that Syria is moving troops near the border with Turkey, and warned of a possible escalation of conflict.
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said the reported Syrian troops movements were "very worrisome".
She said it could increase the risk of a border clash with Turkey and worsen the plight of refugees.
Syrian tanks and snipers reportedly entered the village of Khirbet al-Jouz, forcing resident to flee to Turkey.
More than 1,300 people are said to have been killed since a crackdown on anti-government protests began in March.
Thousands more protesters have been detained, opposition activists say.
Several Syrian cities - including Homs and Hama - have declared a general strike after deadly clashes with security forces and supporters of President Bashar al-Assad earlier this week.
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