Crowds celebrate in Syria after Assad flees capital of Damascus

In a historic turn of events, the Assad regime in Syria has fallen, bringing an end to the family’s 50-year rule over the country. Crowds of jubilant Syrians have gathered in the centre of Damascus to celebrate this momentous occasion following a swift offensive by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) and allied rebel factions.

The coalition’s offensive, which began just 12 days ago, saw them quickly capturing Aleppo before sweeping southwards to the capital city of Damascus. The military, loyal to Bashar al-Assad, eventually collapsed under the pressure, leading the former president to flee to Russia.

As the dust settles on this significant moment in Syrian history, the people of Syria are left with a mixed bag of emotions. While there is tentative hope for a brighter future, there are also fears of what lies ahead in this uncertain time.

The fall of the Assad regime marks a new chapter in Syria’s tumultuous history, and the world will be closely watching as the country navigates the challenges and opportunities that come with a regime change.