Syrians enter new era as rebels capture Damascus and Assad flees

Syrians woke up to a new era on Monday after rebels captured Damascus, leading to President Bashar al-Assad's flight to Russia. This marks the end of a 13-year civil war and over 50 years of Assad family rule. The rebel coalition, led by Hayat al-Tahrir al-Sham, aims to establish a transitional government. The situation has raised concerns about regional stability, as the U.S. continues airstrikes against Islamic State targets in Syria. With Assad's departure, Iran and Russia's influence in Syria is diminished. The country now faces the challenge of rebuilding after years of conflict, with many refugees hoping to return home.