In a dramatic twist that reshapes Syria’s future, opposition fighters stormed Damascus on Sunday, declaring victory over President Bashar al-Assad’s regime after a lightning-fast offensive. The rebels’ televised announcement marked a symbolic end to decades of Assad family rule, with footage showing armed fighters flanking a spokesperson who proclaimed, “Damascus is liberated.” 🌆✊
🏙️ Capital in Chaos
Residents reported intense gunfire and gridlocked streets as civilians fled, while others waved Syria’s pre-Assad “revolution flag.” The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights confirmed rebels entered at dawn, with government soldiers shedding uniforms to escape detection. Xinhua journalists on the ground captured scenes of upheaval as security forces abandoned key sites like Sednaya Prison, freeing thousands.
✈️ Mystery Flight Sparks Speculation
A Syrian Air jet departing Damascus abruptly vanished from radar after altering its course mid-flight, fueling rumors of high-profile evacuations. Rebel leader Ahmed Al-Sharaa (aka Abu Mohammad Al-Julani) warned against celebratory gunfire and vowed a “smooth transition,” while PM Mohammad Al-Jallali pledged cooperation with “any leadership chosen by the people.” 🕊️
🔗 Strategic Wins Pave the Way
Earlier, opposition forces secured Homs—a critical crossroads city—cutting off Damascus from Assad’s coastal strongholds. “This victory belongs to every Syrian who chose freedom,” Al-Julani stated, urging restraint toward surrendering troops. As documents burned in abandoned government offices, the world watched a new chapter unfold. 📜🔥
