- India,
- 07-Dec-2024 10:33 PM IST
Syria News: The situation is worsening in the Syrian capital Damascus, where rebels have recently launched a major attack. By storming the Sidaniya prison, the rebels freed many prisoners, including a large number of opponents of Bashar al-Assad. Apart from this, the rebels have claimed to have captured the tanks of the government army and taken them towards the Presidential Palace.Clashes on the streets of DamascusFierce clashes are going on between rebels and government forces on the streets of Damascus. Many videos of this conflict are going viral on social media, which shows that the rebels have captured many parts of the capital. According to local media, a plane of Bashar al-Assad's government has taken off from the capital, leading to speculation that President Assad may leave the country. However, his office has rejected these speculations.Strategic edge of the rebelsThe rebels have captured many areas around Damascus. His army is close to encircling the capital, breaking government defense lines in northern and eastern Homs. Islamic organization commander Hassan Abdel Ghani has said that they are now in the final stage.The Arbin region, which is located close to Damascus, has also come under the control of the rebels. The control over this strategic area has further increased the pressure on the capital.International responseThe increasing attacks by the rebels and the weakening of the government have increased international concern. Turkey and Iran have announced to stop their military operations. At the same time, former US President Donald Trump, commenting on this matter, said that America should have stayed away from Syria.Clouds of crisis on the Assad governmentLocal media reports claim that Bashar al-Assad's family members have already reached Russia. There are also reports that many senior leaders of the Assad government are preparing to leave the country. However, the Assad government has denied these claims and said that the President is fulfilling his responsibilities.Signs of political instabilityAs the conflict in Damascus intensifies, political instability in the country has started to deepen. The growing strength of the rebels and their strategy to surround the capital are indicating a serious crisis for the future of Syria.ConclusionThe growing conflict in Damascus and the weakening position of the Assad government have pushed the country into an uncertain phase. The conflict between rebels and government forces may intensify further in the coming days. This situation is likely to affect not only Syria but the stability of the entire Middle East region.