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Assad Regime Falls in Syria After 11-Day Rebel Offensive, Ending 50-Year Dynasty

Dec 12, 2024, 09:20 AM

The Assad regime in Syria, which had been in power for over half a century, has collapsed following an 11-day offensive by rebels. The regime, led by Bashar al-Assad and previously by his father Hafez al-Assad, ended on December 8, 2024, after rebels advanced into Damascus and reclaimed the capital with little resistance. This development has sparked euphoria among Syrians and international observers, although it also brings deep uncertainty about the country's future. The fall of the Assad dynasty, which spanned over 43 years, marks a significant turning point in Syrian history, with calls for the country to rebuild on its own terms with external help but not interference.