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Live Updates: As Syrians Celebrate al-Assad’s Ouster, Images Suggest Russia Is Packing Up
Satellite images reveal Russian military equipment being prepared for loading, a possible prelude to its withdrawal from Syria. Travis Timmerman, an American who was found earlier this week, was ...The New York Times - 8m -
Thousands of Syrians celebrate in central Damascus during first Friday prayers since Assad's fall
Thousands of Syrians have celebrated in Umayyad Square, the largest in Damascus, after the first Muslim Friday prayers following the ouster of President Bashar AssadABC News - 52m -
With al-Assad Gone, Syrians Search Prisons for Traces of Their Loved Ones
Guided by cellphone flashlights, relatives searched a notorious lockup in Damascus for traces of loved ones who were snatched during the regime of Bashar al-Assad.The New York Times - 8h -
Syrians Celebrate the Fall of al-Assad, and Rebuild From Tragedy
After five decades under a regime that kept many in fear and poverty, families flooded back from Lebanon, eager to start the slow process of healing.The New York Times - 11h -
Europe Begins to Ask if Syrians Can Go Home After al-Assad’s Fall
Nearly a million Syrians in Germany alone have made new lives. But after the fall of Bashar al-Assad, some politicians across the continent have suggested that refugees could return home.The New York Times - 11h -
Uncertainty in Syrian prison filled with ISIS supporters after fall of Assad regime
A jail in eastern Syria holds thousands of ISIS prisoners. The prison's warden said the inmates don't know the Syrian regime in Damascus was toppled. The prison is guarded by American-backed Syrian ...CBS News - 7h -
Al-Assad’s Fall Has Changed the Future of the Middle East
As a new reality in Syria sets in, a reordering of regional power dynamics is already taking shape.The New York Times - 2d -
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Syrian Rebels Vow Punishment for Atrocities Under Bashar al-Assad
The rebels who seized Damascus are trying to get a new government up and running, even as foreign powers like Israel and Turkey, and armed Syrian groups, fight for power.The New York Times - 2d -
Syrians await Turkey border entry after fall of Assad's regime
Syrian refugees who fled to Turkey during President Bashar al-Assad's regime are awaiting entry back into their country after the militant group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, or HTS, took over. CBS News' ...CBS News - 3d -
Why al-Assad Fell
Understanding the factors that led to the Syrian regime’s collapse is key to putting the pieces of the country back together.The New York Times - 3d -
Martin Rowson on the aftermath of Bashar al-Assad’s fall in Syria – cartoon
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Syrians react to the fall of the Assad regime
In Syria, the rebels who seized power have appointed a transitional government with a temporary prime minister. On Monday, crowds gathered as some Syrians continued to celebrate the takeover. ...CBS News - 3d -
Syrians, in Shock and With Some Unease, Celebrate the Fall of al-Assad
A day after the regime of President Bashar al-Assad fell, civilians poured into the streets of Damascus, weeping in disbelief. Many sought word of relatives held in a notorious prison on the ...The New York Times - 3d -
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 - 3d -
Syrians celebrate in the streets after Assad government falls
DAMASCUS, Syria — Jubilant Syrians waving flags clambered Monday onto a government tank abandoned in the capital city's main square and took selfies.NBC News - 4d -
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Syrians celebrate in the streets of Damascus after the fall of the Assad regime
NBC News’ Richard Engel reports from Damascus, Syria, where celebrations have broken out following the fall of the regime of Bashar Al-Assad. Questions remain over how rebel factions will begin to ...NBC News - 4d -
Syria live updates: Putin to give Assad asylum in Russia, Kremlin says
Rebel forces in Syria captured the capital Damascus and toppled the regime of President Bashar Assad in a lightning-quick advance across the country.ABC News - 4d -
Eye Opener: Syrians celebrate the fall of Assad regime
Syrians around the world celebrate the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime as rebels with ties to terrorism seize control. Police release new images of the possible killer of United Healthcare's CEO. ...CBS News - 4d -
Syrians in New York City Celebrate the Fall of Assad
Syrian expatriates and their supporters beat drums and sang revolutionary songs in Arabic at a gathering in Washington Square Park.The New York Times - 4d -
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Syrians celebrate fall of Assad family's 50 years of iron fist rule
After Syrian rebels seized Damascus, jubilant crowds took to the streets Sunday to celebrate the end of 50 years of the Assad dynasty that ruled the country with an iron fist. NBC’s Richard Engel ...NBC News - 4d -
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 - 4d -
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 - 4d -
Ousted Syrian leader Assad flees to Moscow after fall of Damascus, Russian state media say
Russia media say ousted Syrian leader Bashar Assad has fled to Moscow and received asylum from his longtime allyABC News - 4d -
Syrian rebels celebrate fall of Assad regime
Syrian rebels celebrated the fall of President Bashar al-Assad following a swift offensive through the country. Imtiaz Tyab has more on what comes next.CBS News - 4d -
Syria live updates: Assad is now in Moscow, Russian state media says
Rebel forces in Syria captured the capital Damascus and toppled the regime of President Bashar al-Assad in a lightning-quick advance across the country.ABC News - 4d -
Syria live: ‘The future is ours’ says Syrian rebel leader after Assad flees – latest updates
Reports from Kremlin source that Russia grants Assad and family asylum; Israeli airstrike on security complex, say regional security sources. We have some more comments from Turkey’s foreign ...The Guardian - 4d -
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 - 5d -
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Head of Syria's biggest rebel faction in first appearance since Assad's fall calls it "a victory to the Islamic nation."
Head of Syria's biggest rebel faction in first appearance since Assad's fall calls it "a victory to the Islamic nation."ABC News - 5d -
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 - 5d -
Syria latest: Syrians celebrate Bashar Assad's fall as his whereabouts remain unknown
Crowds have gathered in Syria’s Damascus on Sunday to celebrate the fall of Bashar Assad’s government with chants, prayers and the occasional gunfire after opposition fighters entered the capital ...ABC News - 5d -
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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 - 5d -
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 - 5d -
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 - 5d -
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 - 5d -
Assad and Syrian defense minister’s whereabouts unknown since last night, prime minister says
Assad and Syrian defense minister’s whereabouts unknown since last night, prime minister saysABC News - 5d
