simmer = to be in a simmer of distress?

[NewHopeR]

Context:
Embattled City in Syria Simmers as Monitors Enter

By KAREEM FAHIM 3 minutes ago

The Syrian government pulled tanks from the streets of Homs on Tuesday as Arab League observers arrived to monitor government pledges to withdraw forces.

 

[5jj]

If your question is " simmer = to be in a simmer of distress", the answer is 'no'.

 

[NewHopeR]

Thanks

But I need a yes reply. What does "simmer" mean there?

 

[bhaisahab]

Thanks

But I need a yes reply. What does "simmer" mean there?

Have a look at the second definition in this link: simmer verb - definition in British English Dictionary & Thesaurus - Cambridge Dictionary Online