Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:32am on 09 Dec 2024,Monday International
Russia confirmed granting political asylum to former Syrian president Bashar al-Assad, who fled the country after rebels ousted him on Sunday. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated President Vladimir Putin approved Assad’s asylum but did not disclose his location or plans for a meeting. Assad’s 13-year rule ended following a surprise offensive led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) rebels, marking the collapse of his regime. HTS leader Abu Mohammed al-Jolani hailed the victory at Damascus’ Umayyad Mosque, calling it a historic moment for the region. The development ends Syria's dormant civil war and signals a major regional power shift.
