Syrian Rebels Enter Damascus, Assad Regime on the Brink

Syrian rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) claims to have captured the capital, Damascus, marking a significant shift in the 13-year civil war against President Bashar al-Assad's regime. This development follows a series of rapid advances by HTS, including the capture of major cities like Aleppo and Homs. The takeover challenges Assad's hold on power, which has been supported by Russia, Iran, and Hezbollah. The situation remains fluid, with international implications as the U.S. monitors the conflict closely.