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Inside Damascus after the fall of Bashar al-Assad

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Voices of Resistance in Damascus

This chapter examines the harsh realities of life in Syria under Assad's oppressive regime, exploring the instinctual human connections that emerge in a climate of fear. It reflects on the impact of government surveillance and economic struggles while recounting personal anecdotes that reveal deep skepticism about the government's facade of stability. As tensions rise and the potential for change looms, the narrative captures the complex emotions of citizens grappling with hope amid chaos.

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