Sat Dec 07 15:38:56 UTC 2024: ## Syrian Opposition Makes Swift Gains, Reaching Damascus Countryside
**DAMASCUS, Syria –** Syrian opposition forces have made significant gains, reaching the countryside surrounding Damascus in a rapid advance, according to multiple reports. Videos circulating online purportedly show residents in the town of Jaramana tearing down a statue of former President Hafez al-Assad, father of the current leader Bashar al-Assad. These images, coupled with reports of Syrian government forces withdrawing from other areas, indicate a major shift in the ongoing conflict. The extent of the opposition’s advance and the overall strategic implications remain unclear at this time. Further details are expected as the situation develops.
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