Syria

2024 - 12 - 7

Syria: The Unbelievable Tale of Assads' Fall and Rebellious Victory!

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In a stunning twist, rebels have taken control of Damascus, sending President Assad fleeing! Buckle up for the wild ride of Syria's shifting fate!

In a surprising turn of events that reads more like a gripping novel than reality, Syrian rebels have reportedly overthrown long-time President Bashar al-Assad, taking control of the capital city of Damascus. For more than five decades, the Assad family ruled with an iron grip, stifling dissent and dominating the political landscape. However, on the 8th of December 2024, unthinkable reports emerged: the rebels declared that the capital is now 'free' from Assad's rule, sparking waves of celebration among many Syrians who had long suffered under the regime. It’s a twist worthy of a movie plot, with gunfire ringing through the streets of Damascus as rebels quickly gained ground after a bold offensive.

As news of the Assad regime’s collapse spread, various factions scrambled for power in this chaotic new landscape. The international community couldn't help but be riveted by the unfolding drama, with officials pointing fingers and analyzing the fallout. Notably, the departure of Assad, coupled with reports of his fleeing the country, raises questions about the geopolitical landscape of Syria and how this might change the balance of power—not just in Syria, but across the Middle East. The sudden shift has left many wondering who will rise to fill the vacuum left by the regime’s swift fall and what fate awaits the Syrian people.

Meanwhile, as those celebrations rang out, the circumstances appear to be anything but simple. The landscape of rebel forces is complex, with various groups vying for influence, and many citizens are left to wonder whether this change will genuinely bring about peace or simply result in a new chapter of instability. The Syrian Civil War has left millions displaced and countless others in despair. The hope for a peaceful future remains tantalizing yet uncertain, and the world watches closely as events unfold. Just as coffee fuels a Monday morning, every new development stirs more questions than answers about the future trajectory of Syria.

Amidst the chaos, one cannot overlook the resilience demonstrated by the Syrian people. Those who had mourned their lost families and livelihoods are now finding a glimmer of hope—some even dancing in the streets of Damascus. However, it’s also vital to remember the complex legacy left by the Assads, as they previously allied with numerous global powers, causing a web of vested interests that extend to this very moment.

As this narrative evolves, interestingly, it has sparked debates around international involvement, with the new U.S. administration indicating a preference to stay out of Syria’s newfound turmoil. This puts a spotlight on how external forces may influence the peace process moving forward. Furthermore, reflecting on the broader context, one can’t overlook that the repercussions of conflicts such as this often resonate beyond their borders, affecting the global political stage in profound ways. This story could have implications that are felt not just in Syria but everywhere; breaking news or dramatic turns in politics often draws unexpected connections across the globe!

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Insurgents reach gates of Syria's capital, threatening to upend ... (NPR)

The rebels' moves around Damascus, reported by the monitor and a rebel commander, came after the Syrian army withdrew from much of southern part of the country, ...

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Syrian rebels seize Damascus; Assad reportedly flees capital (NBC News)

Rebel fighters claimed they captured the Syrian capital of Damascus early Sunday as government forces loyal to the country's president, Bashar al-Assad, ...

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Bashar Assad has fled Syria, war monitor claims, as insurgents enter ... (CBS News)

Syrian opposition fighters said early Sunday local time that they had entered Damascus and residents of the capital reported the sounds of gunfire and ...

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Syria updates: Rebel forces say they're advancing into Damascus (ABC News)

Anti government forces ride past a Syrian regime military vehicle overturned on the road, after rebel took control of the central Hama governorate, on December ...

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Syria rebels declare Damascus 'free,' claim Assad has fled the capital (CNN)

Syria's rebel alliance is edging closer to the capital Damascus, after anti-regime forces swept across the country in a lightning offensive.

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Facilitate America's Enemies Killing Each Other in Syria (Middle East Forum)

Türkiye, Hezbollah, Iran, and Russia Would Be Fighting Each Other Instead of the United States and Its Allies.

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Syrian rebels battle for Homs; Western officials see Assad ouster ... (Reuters)

The threats to Homs and Damascus pose an existential danger to the Assad dynasty's five-decade reign over Syria and the continued influence of Iran.

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Syrian rebels say they have taken control of Homs (BBC News)

The fall of the city to rebel forces would be another major blow to Syrian President Bashar al-Assad as it would isolate Damascus, cutting the city off from the ...

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Trump says US should stay out of fighting in Syria as opposition ... (ABC News)

President-elect Donald Trump says the U.S. should avoid engaging militarily in Syria as an insurgent offensive reaches the suburbs of the capital.

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Trump says US should stay out of fighting in Syria as opposition ... (The Associated Press)

President-elect Donald Trump says the U.S. should avoid engaging militarily in Syria, where an opposition offensive is threatening the rule of the country's ...

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In Syria, the Assads leave a bitter legacy after a half-century of ... (NPR)

President Bashar Assad and his father, Hafez Assad, combined to rule Syria for more than 50 years, always with an iron fist that crushed dissent and relied ...

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Assad has left Damascus, say senior army officers; Syria rebels say ... (Reuters)

Insurgents gained control after only a day of fighting, leaving President Bashar al-Assad's 24-year rule dangling by a thread as rebels marched on Damascus.

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Syrian rebels enter Damascus: everything we know so far (The Guardian)

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has reportedly left Syria after rebel forces completed a stunning advance on the capital.

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Trump says U.S. should stay out of Syria conflict as Assad regime ... (The Washington Post)

The president-elect seems to be sending a signal about possible future U.S. policy toward the region.

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Syria Civil War: What to Know About the Conflict and the Rebel Groups (The New York Times)

Advances by a coalition of opposition groups have abruptly transformed the landscape of Syria's civil war. Here's a closer look at where things stand.

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Opposition fighters declare Syria's capital Damascus 'liberated' (Aljazeera.com)

Opposition forces declare Syria free of Assad rule as the president reportedly flees the country.

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Syria: The unthinkable has happened - what next? (BBC News)

The fall of Bashar al-Assad was unthinkable just a week ago, when rebels started their astonishing campaign from their base in Idlib, in Syria's north-west.

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Syrians Mourn All They Have Lost, Even as They Celebrate (The New York Times)

Other Syrians in the northwest said they were playing close attention to the rebels' capture of the Sednaya prison complex outside Damascus because their ...

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Syria: 'No-one slept' - how news of the fall of Bashar al-Assad spread (BBC News)

After several hours of reports of rebels getting closer and closer, the forces declared Damascus "free" of long-time ruler Bashar al-Assad in the early hours of ...

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Iron-fisted Assad never quelled the Syrian rebels who came back to ... (Reuters)

Dec 8 (Reuters) - Syria's Bashar al-Assad used Russian and Iranian firepower to beat back rebel forces during years of civil war but never defeated them, ...

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Syria Live Updates: Rebels Enter Damascus as al-Assad Appears to ... (The New York Times)

After just a few days of rapid advances, the rebels appeared to control Syria's capital. They said they would work with a top official in President Bashar ...

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What happened in Syria? How did al-Assad fall? (Aljazeera.com)

Opposition forces have taken control of the capital after a significant offensive. Here is how it unravelled.

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World reacts to Bashar al-Assad's fall, capture of Syria's Damascus (Aljazeera.com)

Opposition fighters' lightning advance into the capital marks a historic turning point for the country.

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Syrian government falls to rebels, in stunning end to 50 year iron ... (NPR)

The Syrian government collapsed early Sunday, falling to a lightning rebel offensive that seized control of the capital of Damascus and sent crowds into the ...

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Syria Live: Assad has left Syria, Russia says as Damascus falls to ... (Reuters)

Islamist Syrian rebels said they ended Bashar al-Assad's 24-year authoritarian rule, a major blow to Russia and Iran.

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Historic opportunity to end decades of human rights violations in Syria (Amnesty International)

Responding to the ousting of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad following the seizure of power by opposition forces in the capital city of Damascus, ...

Syria – Fall of Bachar al-Assad's Regime (8 Dec. 2024) (France Diplomatie)

On this historic day for Syria and the Syrian people, France welcomes the fall of Bachar al-Assad and his regime on 8 December 2024, after more (…)

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Syria's Bashar al-Assad: The president who lost his homeland (Aljazeera.com)

After more than 13 years of war, hundreds of thousands of people killed and millions displaced, the 24-year rule of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad is over ...

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Syria: Rebels seize Damascus as Assad flees capital (BBC News)

As opposition fighters take control of Syria's capital, the whereabouts of deposed ruler Bashar al-Assad are unknown.

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After Fall of Assad Dynasty, Syria's Risky New Moment (Council on Foreign Relations)

On January 21, 1994, Basil al-Assad was killed in what the Syrian government described as a car accident. According to official dispatches, he had been driving ...

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Israel grabs land in Syria's Golan Heights, warns villagers to stay ... (Aljazeera.com)

Israeli forces also bomb weapons depots in southern Syria and the capital Damascus, Israeli media reports.

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Watching with trepidation and glee, Netanyahu orders military to ... (CNN)

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday said that the collapse of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria was a “direct result” of Israel's military ...

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Syrians celebrate end of the Assad family's half-century rule after ... (CBS News)

President Bashar Assad and other officials left Syria, after resigning and hosting negotiations with rebel groups, Russia's Foreign Ministry claimed Sunday.

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Syrians now have 'historic opportunity' to build a peaceful future ... (UN News)

As reports continued to emerge from the Syrian capital, Damascus, where opposition forces declared victory overnight on State television, the UN chief said in a ...

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