Syrian opposition reach Damascus countryside in rapid advance

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Syrian opposition forces have reached the countryside around Damascus in a rapid advance. Video from the town of Jaramana showed residents toppling a statue of President Bashar al-Assad’s father, and Syrian forces were seen withdrawing elsewhere.

Published On 7 Dec 2024

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