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How a lightning assault by Syrian rebels toppled Assad’s regime in less than two weeks

Distracted by wars elsewhere, president Bashar al-Assad’s military allies Russia, Iran, and Lebanon’s Hezbollah failed to mobilise the kind of decisive firepower that had propped him up for years

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Why is HTS banned in the UK and will this change now it has control in Syria?

The Home Secretary can decide to lift a ban on a proscribed organisation.

The Independent UK

Syria's Prime Minister Assures Smooth Transition Amid Rebel Takeover

Syria's post-rebel takeover: government operations, airstrikes, and regional power shifts. International community watches closely.

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Israeli Strikes Target Gaza And Syria, Russia Grants Asylum

Updates on Israeli strikes in Gaza, Russian asylum for Assad, U.N. Security Council meeting, Syrian insurgents' commitments, Syrian soldiers in Iraq, U.N. ...

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President Biden Vows To Bring Missing Journalist Austin Tice Home

President Biden announces belief in Austin Tice's survival and commitment to bringing him home after 12 years missing near the Syrian capital.

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Labour pledges ‘swift decision’ on lifting Syrian group ban after Assad regime falls

The UK Government will make a swift decision on whether to lift the ban on Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) after it ousted president Bashar Assad’s regime, Labour's Pat McFadden has said.

The Independent UK

Government has received ‘no request’ for Assad’s British wife to come to UK

Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Pat McFadden said the issue was not one that had been raised with ministers.

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UK could take Syrian rebels off banned terror group list, minister says

A Downing Street spokesperson said the situation is ‘under regular review’

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Syria chaos could complicate lawmakers' holiday endgame - Roll Call

Congress on Monday will begin its stretch run to a holiday break, but the fall of the Assad government in Syria could complicate things.

Roll Call

Toddler among prisoners freed from Syria's notorious 'human slaughterhouse' jail

Striking images show a young child being held inside an underground cell as prisoners were released

Evening Standard

UK will make ‘swift’ decision on banned Syrian group, minister says

Cabinet minister Pat McFadden said the situation in Syria following the fall of Bashar Assad’s regime was uncertain.

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Israel strikes suspected chemical weapons sites and long-range rockets in Syria

Israel’s foreign minister says it has struck suspected chemical weapons sites and long-range rockets in Syria in order to prevent them from falling into the hands of hostile actors

The Independent UK

Middle East latest: Israeli strikes in Gaza kill 6 as UN Security Council plans to meet over Syria

Palestinian medical officials said Monday that Israeli strikes in the central Gaza Strip overnight killed at least six people, including one woman

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Syrian rebels free prisoners from Assad's notorious dungeons who celebrate in Damascus streets

Tens of thousands of people held in Syria's notorious prisons have been freed in the 10 days since the insurgents began their lightning advance across the country that ended with the toppling of President Bashar Assad

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Stock market today: Asian shares slide, with Korean benchmark down 2.5%, after Wall St hits records

Shares are mostly lower in Asia, with South Korea's benchmark down 2.3%, after U.S. stocks rose to records on Friday

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US Supports Peaceful Transition To Accountable Syrian Government

US supports peaceful transition of power in Syria, emphasizing human rights and international responsibility.

Evening Standard

What the papers say – December 9

Events in Syria dominate the front pages of Monday’s newspapers.

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Starmer welcomes end of Assad regime, as Syrian leader flees to Moscow

A coalition of rebels have seized control of Syrian capital Damascus in a lightning offensive, leading Bashar Assad to flee.

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Free Syrian Army Flag Flies Over Damascus As Assad Falls

Syrian people celebrate as Free Syrian Army raises flag in Damascus, marking a shift in power and hope for democracy.

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Leader Of Syrian Armed Opposition Declares Victory Over President Assad

Abu Mohammad al-Jolani of HTS declares victory over Assad in Damascus, highlighting Syria's recovery and liberation efforts.

The Independent UK

UK welcomes fall of Assad’s ‘barbaric regime’, says Starmer amid calls for peace

The Prime Minister called for peace and stability following the lightning offensive which led to Bashar Assad’s overthrow.

The Independent UK

How it happened: Two seismic weeks that toppled Syria’s government

Half a century of rule by the Assad family in Syria has crumbled with astonishing speed

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Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad Toppled In Overnight Revolution

A historic moment unfolds as Syrian state television announces the fall of President Bashar al-Assad, marking a new chapter for the nation.

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France welcomes fall of Syria's Assad, calls for peaceful transition

France has called on rebel leaders in Syria to ensure “unity” in the country following the fall of President Bashar al-Assad, ending five decades of Baath party rule.

The Independent UK

From al-Qaeda insurgent to Trump’s ‘young, attractive guy’: Who is Ahmad al-Sharaa?

Ahmad al-Sharaa, 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 fighters

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