Syrian rebels declare victory and oust Assad after seizing Damascus

Syrian rebels announced on Sunday that they have ousted President Bashar al-Assad after taking control of Damascus. Assad reportedly fled to Moscow with his family, where they received asylum from Russian authorities. This development ends over 50 years of Assad family rule in Syria. Celebrations erupted in Damascus, with crowds chanting for freedom and entering the presidential palace. The situation marks a significant shift in the Syrian conflict, which has lasted over a decade. The rebels' victory raises concerns about stability in the region and the challenges of rebuilding a war-torn country.