David Lammy addresses Parliament as Syria's Assad regime ends after 13 years of civil war

Syria's Assad regime has ended after 13 years of civil war, with a rebel coalition taking control of Damascus in a rapid offensive. Syrians are celebrating this significant change following years of violence against pro-democracy protests. Russian state media reported that Bashar al-Assad and his family have been granted asylum in Moscow after negotiations with rebel groups. Russia confirmed that Assad left Syria and instructed a peaceful transfer of power. UK officials, including Labour minister Pat McFadden, are considering lifting a ban on the rebel group HTS, which has ties to al Qaida. McFadden noted that the situation is evolving and a decision may come soon.