Syrian refugees gather at Turkish border for return home after Assad's fall

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Hundreds of Syrian refugees are gathering at two border crossings in Turkey, eager to return home after the fall of President Bashar Assad’s government. Many are camping at the Cilvegozu and Oncupinar gates, waiting to cross into Syria. Turkish officials have set up a checkpoint to allow only those with proper documentation to proceed. The mood among refugees is celebratory, with many expressing joy at the prospect of returning to their families and homeland. In addition to those in Turkey, hundreds of displaced Syrians are also returning from Lebanon. Despite uncertainties about the future in Syria, many refugees feel hopeful about rebuilding their lives after years of conflict.


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