The rebels’ entry into the capital was announced by the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham movement, which also reported the release of prisoners in the north of the city; residents celebrated the possible end of the government
The Syrian president, , left in the early hours of this Sunday (8), after a lightning offensive by Syrian rebels, who managed to enter the capital and conquer important areas of the region. The information was confirmed by the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (OSDH), which indicated that Assad left the country via Damascus International Airport, shortly before the withdrawal of local security forces. His whereabouts are unknown. The dictator has ruled Syria since 2000
The rebels’ entry into the capital was announced by the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) movement, which also reported the conquest of the Saidnaya military prison, north of the city, and the release of prisoners. To date, there has been no official statement from the Syrian government. The city of Damascus was the scene of intense gunfire, and witnesses reported scenes of unrest, with residents gathering in the streets and celebrating the presence of the rebels.
Furthermore, sources close to the Hezbollah group, an ally of Assad, reported that its fighters have begun to leave the capital and other strategic areas, such as Homs, due to the advance of rebel forces. US President Joe Biden and the president-elect, , also followed events closely. The situation in Syria continues to deteriorate. The end of the Assad regime could create a power vacuum in the country and increase tensions in the Middle East.
*With information from AFP
Published by Felipe Dantas
*Report produced with the help of AI
