Syrian Rebels Triumph as Assad Flees to Moscow
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Syrian rebels, led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), are consolidating control after toppling Bashar al-Assad's regime, raising concerns about regional instability. HTS has issued a general amnesty and resumed public services, while international reactions vary, with some countries suspending asylum claims from Syrians. Israel has conducted airstrikes on suspected chemical sites and moved forces into strategic positions, while Russia seeks to engage with Syria's new rulers. The situation remains tense as various factions and international powers navigate the transition.
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