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Syrian Rebels Capture State TV Headquarters in Damascus; Statement Imminent, Broadcasts Ended

Dec 8, 2024, 02:22 AM

Syrian rebel forces have captured the headquarters of the official Syrian state television in central Damascus. Reports indicate that the rebels are preparing to broadcast a statement that will announce the end of President Bashar al-Assad's regime. The takeover has led to the cessation of broadcasts from the state television, with a new transitional Syrian government expected to make an announcement across all radio and TV channels imminently. The situation marks a significant development in the ongoing conflict in Syria, as the rebels assert control over a key state institution.