The Fall of Assad's Regime

The regime of Bashar al-Assad in Syria abruptly fell after decades of authoritarian rule. This rapid collapse followed years of civil conflict and brutal tactics used by the regime to suppress protests and dissent, such as widespread torture and violent crackdowns. The opposition's surprising advances in cities like Aleppo and Homs culminated in the rebels surrounding the capital, Damascus, leading to Assad's departure without formal farewell or resistance. The historical significance of this moment is marked by a sense of collective disbelief among Syrians who had suffered under the regime's oppressive grip for over five decades.