The Syrian army announced the end of the rule of Bashar al-Assad

The Syrian army announced the end of the rule of Bashar al-Assad

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President Assad left Damascus, and the army declared the end of his 24-year rule. Thousands of people are celebrating in the streets, and rebels have liberated Sedna prison.

The Syrian army announced to its officers the end of Bashar al-Assad's 24-year rule, which was the result of a sudden rebel offensive. This is reported by Reuters, reports UNN.

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According to the information, President Assad left the capital and flew to an unknown destination, and there is no longer a military presence of his supporters in Damascus. 

Thousands of residents gathered in the main square of the capital to celebrate the fall of the long-standing regime. People chanted calls for freedom and expressed joy at the release of political prisoners. 

The rebels announced the release of Sedna prison, known for the harsh conditions of detention of thousands of detainees. The event marks the end of the era of the Assad family's rule and opens a new page in the history of Syria.

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