Syrian rebel supporters raise flags at embassies in Madrid and Athens

Supporters of Syrian rebels have taken action at several Syrian embassies abroad, raising the rebel flag and celebrating the ousting of President Bashar al-Assad. In Madrid, about 150 people cheered as they replaced the Assad flag with the rebel flag. In Athens, rebel supporters also hoisted their flag from the rooftop of the Syrian embassy, despite police detaining four individuals. Protesters reportedly removed Assad's portrait during the demonstration. In Damascus, rebels entered the Italian ambassador's residence, searching for pro-Assad troops and firing shots at a wall. They left with three cars but did not harm the ambassador or staff.