Syria's Assad Regime Falls After 54 Years, Opposition Flag Raised Worldwide

President Bashar al-Assad has fled to Russia as opposition forces seize control, leaving Syria in a state of celebration and uncertainty.

The Assad regime was overthrown after 54 years, with President Bashar al-Assad fleeing to Russia following the opposition's victory led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS).
The green, white, and black flag with three red stars, a symbol of the Syrian opposition, has been raised at Syrian embassies globally, including Berlin and Moscow.
Celebrations erupted across Syria and in the diaspora, with thousands marking the end of Assad's rule, while concerns remain over the country's future governance.
Reports from Syria reveal scenes of both joy and horror, including the liberation of thousands from regime-run detention centers notorious for torture.
Syria's national football team has adopted green jerseys and a new logo inspired by the opposition flag, signaling a departure from the Assad-era symbolism.