How Rebel Forces Toppled Assad's Regime in Syria
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Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria has collapsed after a significant rebel offensive led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) captured key cities, including Aleppo, Hama, and Homs, leading to the fall of Damascus. Assad fled the country, leaving the army leaderless and prompting mass defections. The victory marks the end of a 13-year conflict that claimed at least 350,000 lives. As Syrians celebrate newfound freedom, they face the challenge of addressing Assad's brutal legacy, including the fate of thousands of missing detainees.
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- An interview with the military commander of Syria’s new masters The Economist
- HTS commander reveals how the group brought down Assad's regime in 11 days - report The Jerusalem Post
- Video How rebel groups in Syria brought down the regime ABC News
- How Syria rebels' stars aligned for Assad's ouster Reuters
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