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Syrian rebels raid Assad’s presidential palace: A peek inside ousted leader's home

Last updated on - Dec 9, 2024, 14:47 IST
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Bashar al-Assad’s rule ends

Bashar al-Assad’s 24-year rule came to an end when he fled Syria, seeking asylum in Russia after opposition forces entered Damascus with little resistance. (Photo: Agencies)

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Crowds storm presidential palace

In the chaos that followed Assad’s departure, crowds stormed the presidential palace, looting his personal belongings and valuables.(Photo: Agencies)

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'Homs is free'

After the capture of Homs, jubilant residents filled the streets, chanting slogans like "Assad is gone, Homs is free" and celebrating the end of Assad’s reign.

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Symbol of regime destroyed

The statue of Bashar al-Assad, a symbol of his regime, was destroyed by opposition forces, marking a symbolic end to his rule in Syria. (Photo: Agencies)

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Assad’s fall

Rebels swiftly took control of Syria’s state media facilities, using them to broadcast the victory announcement over Assad’s fall. (Photo: Agencies)

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Damascus taken by rebels

The fall of Homs, a key strategic area, happened just a day before Damascus was taken by rebels, giving the opposition a crucial advantage. (Photo: Agencies)

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'End of criminal regime'

Abu Mohammed al-Golani, leader of the al-Qaeda-affiliated Tahrir al-Sham, said that the rebels were poised to take control of all of Syria, claiming the criminal regime’s downfall was near. (Photo: Agencies)

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Damascus celebrates

The fall of Assad’s regime came suddenly, leaving Syria’s leadership in disarray, and the streets of Damascus saw widespread jubilation as his government crumbled. (Photo: Agencies)

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Turning point in the Middle East

The collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s government led to celebrations across Syria and sparked international reactions, marking a significant turning point in the Middle East. (Photo: Agencies)

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