Syrians celebrate as rebels advance in Damascus, ending Assad family's 50-year rule

Syrians celebrated in the streets on Sunday after rebels advanced into Damascus, ending the Assad family's 50-year rule. Joyful crowds waved flags and fired guns in the air, while reports indicated that President Bashar Assad had fled the country. Rebels claimed to have freed prisoners from Saydnaya prison and announced a curfew in Damascus. They emphasized unity among Syria's diverse communities and called for the preservation of state institutions. The situation has raised concerns about the future of Syria, with various factions still active. Israel reported seizing a buffer zone in the Golan Heights as Syrian troops abandoned their posts amid the unrest.