Assad Seeks Asylum in Russia as Rebels Seize Damascus

Rebel forces have taken control of Syria, leading to the ousting of President Bashar Assad, who is now being offered asylum in Russia by President Vladimir Putin. The situation has raised concerns about potential terrorist threats, with the U.S. emphasizing the need to prevent a resurgence of ISIS. Meanwhile, Israel has conducted strikes on Syrian chemical weapons sites to prevent them from falling into extremist hands, and tensions remain high in the region. The family of missing journalist Austin Tice is hopeful for his return amid these developments.