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This loss is significant, as throughout the Syrian Civil War, Assad maintained control over key provincial capitals. The capture of Aleppo and Hama over the past week marks a troubling trend for the regime. Should the rebels also capture Homs, the situation for Assad could become catastrophic, severing his communication and resource routes to key coastal areas that support his power.
The Fragile State of Assad’s Regime
Assad is facing an increasingly precarious situation, having lost commanding cities that contribute significantly to his regime's revenue. The fall of Homs would further deteriorate his control, leaving him isolated in Damascus without a secure logistical base.