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The Shifting Landscape of Syrian Politics: The End of Bashar al-Assad's Rule
The conflict in Syria, which has raged on for over a decade, has reached a crucial turning point as opposition forces declare the end of President Bashar al-Assad's 24-year rule. In a dramatic shift, reports have emerged that Assad fled from the capital, Damascus, just as rebel groups seized significant control of the city, including the airport and state media outlets. With the Syrian Prime Minister suggesting a readiness to transition power to a leadership chosen by the people, the country stands at a crossroads.