Syrian Rebels Near Damascus as Assad's Regime Teeters
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Syrian rebels have announced they are encircling Damascus as part of a rapid offensive, while Russia has pledged to oppose these insurgents. The rebels, led by the Islamist group HTS, aim to overthrow President Bashar al-Assad. Recent developments include the rebels' capture of Hama and advances towards Homs, as well as Israeli airstrikes on Hezbollah routes on the Syria-Lebanon border. Syrian government forces have reportedly withdrawn from Deir Ezzor.
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