The Surge of Syrian Rebels and the Fall of Assad

In a surprising turn of events, Syrian rebels rapidly advanced across the country, leading to the fall of President Bashar al-Assad after a decade-long civil war. Within days, key cities such as Aleppo and Damascus were taken, marking a significant shift in political power. The ease of this takeover, with Assad's forces seemingly surrendering without intense fighting, highlights the regime's weakened state, which had once seemed secure. This unexpected quick chain of events has led to a sense of unprecedented hope among many Syrians, as they witness the dismantling of a regime that had ruled for over 50 years.