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Justin Salhani

Syrians who fled home rejoice at Assad’s ouster, although some are cautious

People people celebrate at Masnaa Border Crossing between Lebanon and Syria after Syrian opposition fighters announced they had ousted President Bashar al-Assad, December 8, 2024 [Amr Abdallah Dalsh/Reuters]

Beirut, Lebanon – Youssef Salah and Mohammad Mahmoud exchanged joyful cheek kisses from their motorbikes in Cola Roundabout, a busy transport hub in Beirut.

“Today is the best morning,” the smiling Mahmoud, 20, said. “We feel the biggest joy,” he gestured at Ali al-Abed, 20, who was seated behind him.

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