Rebels seize control of Damascus, force deposed president Assad to flee. Photos of Assad’s ransacked residence show empty cabinets, scattered belongings. Syrians celebrate downfall of Assad, known for violent crackdowns on opposition and chemical weapons attacks. International arrest warrant issued against Assad for war crimes. Rebels quickly advance through Syria, prompting Assad to seek asylum in Russia. The swift rebel campaign started with the capture of Aleppo and then moved south towards regime power centers. The Assad family’s rule with an iron grip for over 50 years fueled deep animosity within the country. The chaotic scene at Assad’s residence symbolizes the changing tide in Syria, as rebels gain ground and the former president seeks refuge abroad. The future of Syria remains uncertain as power shifts hands and the country faces the aftermath of years of civil war and unrest.
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