Syrian Rebels Take Control of Damascus; President Assad Reportedly Flees

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Syrian opposition fighters have announced their control over Damascus, marking a significant shift in the country’s political and military landscape.

The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights confirmed that President Bashar al-Assad fled the country via Damascus International Airport before army security forces abandoned the area.

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Two senior Syrian army officers stated they were unable to verify Assad’s current whereabouts following his departure.

The Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) celebrated the capture as a triumph, declaring an end to 50 years of Baath Party rule and a new era for Syria.

Despite government denials, Prime Minister Mohammed al-Jalali expressed willingness to cooperate with the opposition’s incoming leadership.

Reports indicate growing uncertainty in the region, with signs of a Syrian army withdrawal from key areas surrounding Damascus.

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The release of detainees from Sednaya Prison, infamous for its role under Assad’s regime, suggests possible shifts in governance.

Hezbollah, Assad’s longtime ally, is reportedly redeploying forces from strategic areas like Damascus and Homs to other regions or returning to Lebanon.

The withdrawal of Hezbollah troops could further weaken Assad’s position, removing a critical source of military support.

Damascus, home to over 2.5 million residents and located 310 kilometers from Aleppo, now faces an uncertain future under rebel control.

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