How Syria rebels’ stars aligned for Bashar al-Assad’s ouster

Rebel fighters ride on a military vehicle, after they seized the capital and announced that they had ousted President Bashar al-Assad, in Damascus, Syria, December 9, 2024. 

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By  REUTERS

REUTERS

What you need to know:

  • Rebels told Turkey about the attack plan six months ago.
  • The operation was helped by Assad’s weakened allies and demoralised army.
  • Hezbollah’s withdrawal from Syria aided rebels, impacting Iranian influence.
  • Turkey has emerged as strong player in Syria.

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