As the insurgents swept across Syria in just 10 days to bring an end to the Assad family’s 50-year rule, they broke into prisons and security facilities to free political prisoners and many of the tens of thousands of people who disappeared since the conflict began back in 2011. More information with FRANCE 24 International … Read more
The UN human rights chief called for accountability for perpetrators of abuse under toppled Syrian president Bashar al-Assad, but said there was a “huge chance” for an inclusive political transition, and that early signs were promising. Source link
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President Bashar al-Assad fled Syria as Islamist-led rebels swept into Damascus, triggering celebrations across the country and beyond at the end of his oppressive rule. Who exactly is he? Answer with Oliver Farry and Nicholas Rushworth. Source link
Syrians awakened to a hopeful if uncertain future, after rebels seized the capital Damascus and President Bashar al-Assad fled to Russia, following 13 years of civil war and more than 50 years of his family’s brutal rule. What next for the country? Analysis by FRANCE 24 Chief Foreign Editor, Rob Parsons. Source link
Iran finds itself more isolated than ever after the fall of Bashar al-Assad in Syria, which has upended the Middle East by dismantling the “Axis of Resistance” – an informal, Iran-led group that united Syria and armed groups like Hamas and Hezbollah The Islamic Republic will now be forced to redefine its security policy and … Read more
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said a decision to have the Israeli military deploy forces in the UN-monitored buffer zone with Syria was taken to ensure the protection of all Israeli communities in the Golan Heights. Story by Charlotte Hughes. Source link
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been banned from leaving the country over a failed attempt at imposing martial law, amid growing calls for him to step down and a deepening leadership crisis. Details with FRANCE 24 correspondent Yena Lee. Source link
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, several cabinet ministers, military commanders and police officials face criminal investigations over his botched attempt last week to impose martial law. Before the decision was canceled, the army tried to enter the Assembly, but was stopped by people inside, including Taejin Park. Report by Yena Lee and Chloe Borgnon. … Read more
US President Joe Biden said deposed Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad should be “held accountable” but called the nation’s political upheaval a “historic opportunity” for Syrians to rebuild their country. Source link