The Syrian embassy in Moscow raised the flag of the opposition after the change of power in the country. Bashar al-Assad, who led the country for 24 years, was granted asylum in Russia after the capture of Damascus by rebels.
ISW reports on the possible loss of Russian bases in Syria, which will affect the Russian military presence in the region. The loss of bases will disrupt logistics and weaken Russia's operations in Africa and the Middle East.
Israeli ground forces crossed the Demilitarized Zone on the border with Syria for the first time since 1973. The military took control of Mount Hermon and other strategic positions to protect the border.
Brent and WTI oil prices rose 0. 5% due to political tensions following the overthrow of the Assad regime in Syria. Saudi Aramco is cutting prices for Asia due to weak demand, while OPEC+ is delaying production increases until April 2025.
Russia has initiated an urgent closed meeting of the UN Security Council due to the fall of the Assad regime in Syria. Syrian rebels captured Damascus, and Israel took control of the buffer zone in the Golan Heights.
The rebels captured Damascus and released thousands of prisoners from Syrian prisons, including the Sedna military prison. Among those released are women and children who were held in harsh conditions for years.
The US president expressed support for the transfer of power in Syria after the overthrow of the Assad regime. Washington plans to strengthen cooperation with regional allies and contribute to the development of a democratic Syria.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine stated the possibility of restoring relations with Syria after the fall of the Assad regime. The new government should review relations with the Russian Federation and recognize the territorial integrity of Ukraine.
Assad, along with members of his family, arrived in Moscow. According to a source in the Kremlin, the Russian authorities have provided them with asylum.
Gur reports that the loss of the signal of the IL-76T plane with Assad was a cover for his evacuation from Damascus. The Russian contingent is hurriedly leaving Syria by sea and air.
Rebels seized Damascus and the presidential palace, and Bashar al-Assad fled the capital. EU foreign policy chief Kaya Kallas called The Fall of the Assad regime evidence of the weakness of Russia and Iran.
Looters took out almost all the property from the Presidential Palace of Bashar al-Assad in Damascus. Local residents and rebels are trying to stop a wave of looting in the Syrian capital.
Israeli forces took control of the buffer zone on the Golan Heights after the fall of the Assad government. Netanyahu declared the necessity of the seizure due to the withdrawal of Syrian troops.
Britain, France and Turkey have commented on the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria. It is reported about the capture of Damascus by rebels and the disappearance of the plane with Assad from radar.
Syrian rebels have discovered a large number of luxury cars in President Bashar al-Assad's garage after the capture of Damascus. Among the confiscated cars are Ferrari, Audi, Mercedes and other luxury brands.
The Pentagon has confirmed that it will not withdraw troops from eastern Syria to fight ISIS. Rebels captured Damascus, and the plane carrying President Assad disappeared from radar while fleeing the capital.
The Syrian Air plane, which was probably carrying Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, disappeared from radar after a sharp turn in the air. According to sources, there is a version about the possible downing of the plane.
After meeting with Zelensky in Paris, Trump announced the need for a cease-fire and the start of negotiations. According to him, Ukraine is ready to conclude an agreement on ending the war.
The Israel Defense Forces has deployed forces in a buffer zone on the border with Syria due to the threat of armed men entering. The IDF emphasizes that it does not interfere in the internal affairs of Syria, but will protect the security of the Golan Heights.
Syrian rebels entered Damascus and seized the presidential palace. Bashar al-Assad has left the capital, and the prime minister is ready to transfer power to the new leadership.
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.
Rebel groups led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham entered the Syrian city of Homs and captured key areas. During the operation, more than 3,500 prisoners were released from the military prison.
Rebel forces are approaching the center of the capital, and the Presidential Guard has left its usual location.
The rebels broke through the defenses and entered the suburbs of Homs, advancing 30 km from Damascus. In a week, they captured several major cities, including Aleppo, Hama and Deir ez-Zor.
Asma Assad and her three children went to Russia while the Syrian President himself remains in the country. The rebels have captured large areas and are approaching Homs, where thousands of people are being evacuated.
Iran has begun evacuating Quds Special Forces commanders and diplomats from Syria due to a large-scale rebel offensive. This shows the weakening of Iranian influence in the region and its ability to support the Assad regime.
The rebels have captured the last village near Homs and are approaching the city. Taking the city could cut off the Assad regime from the coast with Russian bases and Alawite support.
Russian propaganda channels groundlessly accuse Ukraine of destabilizing the situation in Syria. Meanwhile, Syrian rebels have captured the strategically important cities of Hama and Aleppo.
Rebels have driven government forces out of the city of Hama, paving the way for an offensive in southern Syria. This weakens the position of Assad and his allies from Russia and Iran in the region.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine categorically rejects the accusations of the Permanent Representative of the Russian Federation to the UN regarding the involvement of the Main Intelligence Directorate in supporting the rebels in Syria. The Ministry emphasizes that it is Russia and Iran that are responsible for the deterioration of the security situation in the region.
