Toddler freed from Saydnaya prison as opposition fighters liberate detainees in Syria

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A toddler was freed from an unlocked cell in Saydnaya prison as opposition fighters liberated hundreds of detainees, including women and children. This occurred after rebels took control of Damascus, leading to the regime's collapse. The prison, known for severe human rights abuses, has reportedly seen thousands of executions since 2011. Opposition fighters celebrated the release of prisoners, marking a significant shift in power in Syria. Bashar Al-Assad fled the country as his regime fell. He has denied allegations of mass killings and torture at Saydnaya prison, calling them false claims.


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