Syrian liberation cause for celebration in El Cajon
Local immigrants and refugees hopeful for homeland’s future, with some planning a return soon to reunite with family members ...
For Syria’s Christians, Christmas is a time to grapple with hope and fear
Although members of the Christian community said they are happy to see the Assad regime go, many are wary of their new ...
In post-Assad Damascus, a mix of joy and trepidation
For many Damascenes, the dominant feelings are a mix of joy and trepidation. “We’re happy, of course, but we’re afraid of ...
Russia says Assad has fled Syria as rebels parade government workers in the street
Soldiers and police officers have left their posts and fled, with looters breaking into the Ministry of Defence and the ...
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Iron-fisted Assad under threat as Syrian rebels draw closer
Assad enjoyed backing from Iran and Russia Despite ... where he was a guest of honour at the annual Bastille Day military parade. But with the political system he inherited left intact, signs ...
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Syrian Rebel Leader Calls for Lifting of Sanctions, as al-Assad Defends Exit
Bashar al-Assad also gave his first account of fleeing ... be making rapid progress toward international recognition, with a parade of officials from the United Nations, Europe and the Middle ...