Death toll in rebel-held areas in Syria rises to 1,220

The Syrian Civil Defence group, known as the White Helmets, has said that the death toll in the rebel-held northwestern parts of Syria has risen to 1,220, while at least 2,600 people have also been injured.

"The number is expected to rise significantly as hundreds of families remain trapped under the rubble," it said on Twitter.

The White Helmets further said that more than 400 buildings have completely collapsed, while an additional 1,300 buildings have been severely damaged.