Rebels overthrow Assad in Syria prompting comparisons to fall of Berlin Wall

A group of rebels has overthrown Syrian dictator Bashar Assad, forcing him to flee the country. This marks a significant shift in the nearly 14-year civil war, with some lawmakers comparing its impact to the fall of the Berlin Wall. Assad reportedly left Syria with his family after rebels stormed the capital, Damascus. The U.S. has not confirmed his current location, with speculation that he may be in Moscow. The coalition that ousted Assad includes radical Islamist groups, notably Hayat Tahrir al-Sham. President Biden stated the U.S. will support neighboring countries during this transition and will monitor the actions of the new rebel leaders.