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Syrian rebel fighters set fire to tomb of Bashar al-Assad's father
Rebel fighters can also be seen brandishing the ... the downfall of a family dynasty that ruled Syria with an iron fist, the future is uncertain and the situation on the ground remains in flux ...
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Syrian President Bashar al-Assad flees Damascus as rebels move into country’s capital
Assad, who has ruled the country with an iron fist for 24 years, boarded a plane and left Damascus for parts unknown, two senior army officers told Reuters. A rebel fighter gestures in Homs ...
After decades of brutal rule, Bashar al-Assad’s regime has been toppled. Here’s what you need to know
Long-suffering Syrians have been rejoicing in the streets after one of the world’s most brutal dictatorships suddenly crumbled in a few short weeks.