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Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), a militant group in Syria, declared the ousting of President Bashar al-Assad after capturing Damascus
This marks the end of Assad’s rule, which lasted over 13 years amid Syria's civil war.
HTS' victory is a significant setback for Assad’s main allies, Russia and Iran, who have been crucial in supporting him throughout the war.
Many Syrians celebrated the development, and Prime Minister Mohammad Ghazi al-Jalali called for free elections for the people to choose their new leader.
Damascus
Damascus is the capital of Syria, the oldest capital in the world and, according to some, the fourth holiest city in Islam
Nestled among the eastern foothills of the Anti-Lebanon mountain range
Damascus experiences an arid climate because of the rain shadow effect.
The Barada River flows through Damascus.
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