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People gather at Saadallah al-Jabiri Square as they celebrate, after Syria's army command notified officers on Sunday that President Bashar al-Assad's 24-year authoritarian rule has ended, a Syrian officer who was informed of the move told Reuters, following a rapid rebel offensive that took the world by surprise, in Aleppo, Syria.
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Syrian opposition forces have overthrown President Assad, who has fled the country

Syrian rebels announced the ousting of President Bashar al-Assad after taking control of Damascus on Sunday, compelling him to flee and marking the end of his family’s long-standing rule following over 13 years of civil conflict, a pivotal moment for the Middle East. This development significantly undermines the influence of Russia and Iran in Syria, both of whom have been key allies supporting Assad during … Continue reading Syrian opposition forces have overthrown President Assad, who has fled the country

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Smoke billows in the aftermath of what the White Helmets say is a strike, in Idlib, Syria.
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Syrian opposition forces are gaining strength while Assad works to reinforce his defenses

Syrian rebels were set to continue their rapid advance on Saturday after reaching the outskirts of the central city of Homs, while government forces struggled to reinforce their faltering frontlines in an effort to preserve President Bashar al-Assad‘s 24-year regime. Following the rebels’ capture of Aleppo a week prior, government defenses have deteriorated swiftly across the nation, as insurgents have taken control of several key … Continue reading Syrian opposition forces are gaining strength while Assad works to reinforce his defenses

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