Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:51am on 09 Dec 2024,Monday International
Syrian rebels have taken control of Damascus, ending Bashar al-Assad’s 24-year rule. The president fled to Moscow, where Russia has granted him asylum. Rebel leader Abu Mohammed al-Julani declared victory at the Umayyad Mosque, calling it a historic moment. Prime Minister Mohammad Ghazi al-Jalali promised a peaceful power transfer. Global leaders welcomed the change, with calls for stability and aid for civilians. Over 900 people, including 138 civilians, died in the recent fighting. The UN Security Council will hold an emergency meeting to discuss the situation. Syrians celebrated worldwide, hoping for a better future without Assad’s regime.
