Rebels steal three cars from Italian ambassador's residence in Damascus

Armed rebels entered the Italian ambassador's residence in Damascus on Sunday and stole three cars, according to Italy's Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani. No one was harmed during the incident. This event follows reports of rebels claiming control over Damascus, marking their first significant presence in the city since 2018. Tajani noted that around 300 Italian citizens remain in Syria, and the government plans to assist their departure. The situation escalated as a mob reportedly stormed the presidential palace, looting belongings. Syrian President Bashar Al Assad has reportedly fled the country amid these developments, though his current location is unknown.