Assad ousted as Damascus falls and Assad flees to Moscow
Syrian rebels seized Damascus ending the Assad family's five decade rule and thousands took to the streets in celebration. Assad and family reportedly arrived in Moscow with Russia seeking UN Security Council action. HTS leader Abu Mohammed al Golani hinted at a pluralist future while rest of Syria faces factional tensions and a rolling humanitarian crisis.
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Joe Biden
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Fall of Assad deals serious blow to Iran's axis of resistance
The rapid fall of Syrian President Bashar Assad, following Hezbollah losses, weakens Iran's axis of resistance. Iran's proxy networks from Yemen to Gaza faced scrutiny as Syria's collapse reveals limits of Tehran's power projection. Officials, analysts, and dissidents debate the lasting impact on Iran's security strategy and regional influence.
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