Bashar al-Assad of Syria Falls to Rebels
Briefly

The rapid collapse of President Bashar al-Assad's government, backed by Iranian and Russian forces, marks a historic turning point in Syria's ongoing civil war.
Al-Assad fled to Russia after an astonishingly swift advance by opposition forces, signaling a dramatic shift in power dynamics within Syria.
Reports indicate that after discussions with conflict parties, al-Assad opted to relinquish power, with his prime minister expressing willingness to engage with the opposition.
Opposition forces maneuvered through northwest Syria efficiently, indicating a well-coordinated strategy that overwhelmed the Assad regime with little resistance in Damascus.
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