In a stunning 10-day offensive, Syrian opposition forces led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) have captured Aleppo, Hama, Homs, and finally Damascus – ending over 50 years of Assad family rule. Think 'House of the Dragon,' but real-life geopolitics 🌍⚔️.
Russian state media RIA reports ex-President Bashar al-Assad and his family arrived in Moscow Sunday under humanitarian asylum. Analysts call this a seismic shift in Middle Eastern power dynamics, with implications for global oil markets and regional stability.
What’s next? The rebel coalition faces immediate challenges: restoring utilities in war-torn cities and gaining international recognition. Meanwhile, world leaders are scrambling to assess Russia’s bold move to shelter Syria’s former leader. Stay tuned for updates 📡💥.
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