Syrians are marking the anniversary of the overthrow of the al-Assad dynasty, which ruled the country repressively for 50 years. The celebration follows the end of Bashar al-Assad’s regime on December 8, 2024, when rebel forces, led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham and under the leadership of interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa, successfully captured Damascus. The Syrian army’s unexpected collapse allowed for rapid advances toward the capital. Al-Assad was evacuated by Russian forces and currently resides in Moscow, with Russia maintaining its military presence while fostering relations with Syria’s new leadership. The civil war that began in 2011 has resulted in significant casualties and displacement, driving millions into neighboring countries. According to the United Nations refugee agency, approximately 1.2 million refugees and 1.9 million internally displaced individuals have returned since the regime’s fall, although concerns have been raised about declining global funding for aid programs. Nonetheless, the return of around 1.5 million refugees is reported to be contributing to economic growth in the country.
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