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Kidnapped journalist Austin Tice's siblings hopeful for his return after fall of Assad
As many Syrians celebrate the end of the Assad regime, there are new hopes for missing American journalist Austin Tice. His brother and sister, Jonathan and Naomi, join "America Decides" to discuss.CBS News - Dec. 9 -
Who is Abu Mohammed al-Golani, leader of Syrian rebels who toppled Assad
Designated by the U.S. as a terrorist and with a $10 million bounty on his head, Abu Mohammed al-Golani has emerged as the leading figure in Syria’s liberation from the decades-long oppressive ...The Hill - Dec. 9 -
Syrians return home after HTS rebels take over, Assad flees
Syrians are reacting after President Bashar al-Assad's regime was toppled by rebel forces affiliated with the militant group Hayat Tahrir al-Shams (HTS). CBS News' Courtney Kealy has more.CBS News - Dec. 9 -
A Quick Arab Pivot: From Welcoming al-Assad to Managing the Chaos
Only weeks ago, Arab nations had been working hard to bring Bashar al-Assad back into the fold, assuming he was there to last. They were badly mistaken.The New York Times - Dec. 9 -
They ‘didn’t look the type’: how the media was fooled by Bashar and Asma al-Assad | Zoe Williams
Some journalists underestimated the threat of the brutal president, while his first lady was glamorised in a Vogue feature. As Bashar al-Assad is ousted as Syria’s brutal president, his wife Asma ...The Guardian - Dec. 9 -
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Israel Claims Credit for al-Assad’s Ouster, but Sees Risk in His Absence
For Israel’s leaders, Bashar al-Assad’s downfall was made possible by their recent assaults on Hezbollah, Iran and Syria, all of which weakened the Iran-backed axis.The New York Times - Dec. 9 -
What to know about the toppling of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria
Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad has fled to Moscow after rebels toppled his regime and took control of the Syrian government over the weekend. CBS News homeland security contributor Samantha ...CBS News - Dec. 9 -
Oil Markets Shrug Off Overthrow of Syria’s al-Assad
Traders appeared to be more concerned about tepid global growth and an oversupply from other producers than about Bashar al-Assad’s ouster.The New York Times - Dec. 9 -
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Monday Briefing: Al-Assad Flees Syria as Rebels Claim Power
Plus, Notre-Dame reopens.The New York Times - Dec. 9 -
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Who is Abu Mohammed al-Golani, leader of the insurgency that toppled Syria's Assad?
Abu Mohammed al-Golani, the militant leader who led the stunning insurgency that toppled Syria’s President Bashar Assad, has spent years working to remake his public image and that of his fightersABC News - Dec. 9 -
How Bashar al-Assad’s regime crumbled
Syria’s strongman was feted in Riyadh three weeks ago. Now he is an asylum seeker in MoscowFinancial Times - Dec. 9 -
Bashar al-Assad of Syria Falls to Rebels
President Bashar al-Assad had kept opposition forces at bay for a decade with help from Russia and Iran. But rebels struck at a moment of weakness for those countries.The New York Times - Dec. 9 -
The Winners and Losers Following the Fall of al-Assad
Two cheers for the end of the regime, but be wary of what happens next.The New York Times - Dec. 9 -
Bashar al-Assad, an Ophthalmologist Who Became a Dictator, Is the Last of a Despotic Dynasty
Once a self-styled modernizer, Syria’s president bought time with a harsh crackdown, but his government eventually succumbed to its many enemies.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 8 -
Syrians celebrate fall of Bashar al-Assad after five decades of dynastic rule
Citizens dream of a better future but some are wary of Islamist groups claiming to represent them. The people of Syria have celebrated the fall of Bashar al-Assad and dared to dream of a better ...The Guardian - Dec. 8 -
As Syrian Rebels Take Charge, Freeing Prisoners of Assad Is a Priority
Many people want to determine the fates of loved ones who disappeared into a notorious military prison that was a symbol of human rights abuses under President Bashar al-Assad.The New York Times - Dec. 8 -
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Who are the Syrian rebels that have toppled Assad and taken Damascus?
HTS, which has roots in al-Qaeda, is considered a terrorist group by the U.S.ABC News - Dec. 8 -
From doctor to brutal dictator: the rise and fall of Syria’s Bashar al-Assad
Toppled president came to power keen to show he was different from his father but proved to be as repressive. Middle East crisis – live updates On the face of it at least, the Bashar al-Assad ...The Guardian - Dec. 8 -
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Watch: Looting at Bashar al-Assad's residence
BBC Middle East correspondent Lina Sinjab describes chaotic scenes in the Syrian capital.BBC News - Dec. 8 -
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Russia says Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has left the country
Russia says Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has left the countryABC News - Dec. 8 -
Where is Bashar al-Assad?
The statement from Assad's ally is the first on his whereabouts since rebels took control of Damascus.BBC News - Dec. 8 -
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Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, the Syrian rebel leader who overthrew the Assad regime
The offensive by his Islamist group has marked a turning point in the country’s bloody 13-year civil warFinancial Times - Dec. 8 -
Syrian rebels say Bashar al-Assad has fled Damascus and claim to have captured capital – live updates
Rebels say Damascus is ‘free’ of the ‘tyrant’ Bashar al-Assad after lightning advance across the country. Full report: Rebels say they have advanced into Damascus as residents report sound of ...The Guardian - Dec. 8 -
Bashar al-Assad reported to have fled Syria as rebels say they have captured Damascus
Celebrations on streets of Syrian cities as as Assad regime appears to have fallen. Live updates: Syrian rebels say they have captured capital as Bashar al-Assad reported to have fled Damascus ...The Guardian - Dec. 8 -
Where is Bashar al-Assad? Rumours swirl in Syria about its president
Rumours surround the whereabouts of the Syrian president, as rebels make advances near the capital's suburbs.BBC News - Dec. 7 -
Anti-Assad rebels take most of key southern Syrian region - reports
It comes as Islamist-led rebels in the north say they have reached the outskirts of the city of Homs.BBC News - Dec. 7 -
The Fantasy Football Numbers Do Lie: Nick Westbrook-Ikhine might be having the flukiest season ever
Dalton Del Don identifies some of the most deceiving player stat lines ahead of Week 14 ... including Nick Westbrook-Ikhine's flukey TD production.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5 -
South Korean soldiers deployed to parliament did not have live ammunition, minister says
Kim Yong Hyun resigns as defence minister as opposition moves to impeach president Yoon Suk YeolYahoo Sports - Dec. 5 -
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Tom Brady in wake of Azeez Al-Shaair's hit on Trevor Lawrence: 'QBs need to take better care of themselves'
Tom Brady has thoughts on Azeez Al-Shaair's hit on Trevor Lawrence, and they might arrive as a surprise, considering the source.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3 -
Russia and Iran Pledge Support for Syria’s al-Assad Against Advancing Rebels
In just a few days, a patchwork of rebel forces has seized control of a broad stretch of land in the west and northwest of Syria. But it’s unclear just how much support Syria’s weakened allies can ...The New York Times - Dec. 2
