The Collapse of the Assad Regime

The rapid downfall of President Bashar al-Assad's regime marks a significant turning point in Syrian history. After over five decades of oppressive rule characterized by violence and torture, rebel forces took control of major cities, including Aleppo and Damascus, almost without resistance. The unexpected speed of the rebel advance astonished observers, as heavy military presence and checkpoints were abandoned in the face of their surge. By the end of a tumultuous week, Assad fled the country, leaving behind a populace both shocked and exhilarated as they awoke to a new reality of potential freedom.