Syrians bring back independence flag with Assad's ouster
Assad, the independence-era flag adopted by activists and rebels during the 2011 revolt has replaced the official flag on streets, institutions and homes in
Will Syria’s ‘Independence Flag’ Become Its New National Symbol?
As Syria awakens to a transformed political landscape following the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime, one powerful symbol has emerged at the forefront of change: the Syrian opposition flag, also known as the “Independence Flag.
Syrian 1930s independence flag flies again across the globe
Supporters of the rebels who ousted president Bashar al-Assad have entered Syrian embassies around the world to tear down the old order’s two-starred Syrian flags, which had been the country’s official banner since 1980.
'Independence from Assad': How the rebel flag differs from the current Syrian flag
Syrian jihadist rebels declared victory on Sunday, announcing the capture of Damascus and the end of President Bashar al-Assad's 13-year rule. Assad's
Russia Pushed Assad to Flee Syria
Assad fled to Moscow as opposition forces advance towards Damascus. Sources say Russian intelligence agents organized the escape, flying Assad out of a base in Syria before the aircraft's transponder was turned off to avoid being tracked.
Bashar al-Assad Flees to Russia After Rebel Takeover in Syria
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has fled to Moscow after rebel forces swiftly captured Damascus, marking a significant shift in the Middle Eastern geopolitical landscape. Russian President Vladimir Putin granted Assad and his family political asylum,
Syria’s Independence Day
While some international caution is understandable, the joy and hope expressed by normal Syrians this week is undeniable - ...
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Kurdish Administration Says Adopts Syria's Independence Flag
The semi-autonomous Kurdish adminstration that holds swathes of Syria's northeast said Thursday it will adopt the three-starred independence flag used by the opposition, after rebels toppled ...
Syria Live Updates: Israel Says Its Troops Will Stay in Seized Territory for Now
The Israeli prime minister said its forces would remain in Syrian territory until “a new force” fills the vacuum. Secretary ...
Brutal dictators destroyed my grandmother's Syria and forced 7 million to flee murderous regime
The Mirror's Nada Farhoud writes how she received a warm and welcoming reception on a personal trip to Syria in 2010, but ...
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Iran, UAE FMs discuss regional developments over phone
Iranian and UAE foreign ministers discussed and exchanged views on the developments in the region, especially Syria.
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Who is who in Syria’s first interim government after Assad's fall
Al-Monitor is an award-winning media outlet covering the Middle East, valued for its independence, diversity and analysis. It ...
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Syria's Six Presidents: A Historical Overview from Independence to 2024
Shukri al-Quwatli (10 years in power) Syria's first president following its independence, was born in Damascus in 1891. He ...
G7 ready to support political transition in Syria, statement says
Leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) major democracies "stand ready to support a transition process that leads to credible, ...
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Syria’s Kurds faced with all-out war as Turkey, Sunni allies target Kobani
A day after the fall of the SDF-controlled town of Manbij, Turkish proxies advanced today toward the town of Kobani.