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Syria falls: Looting and celebrations mark end of over half-century of Assad rule

The article from MSN discusses the dramatic end of over half a century of Assad family rule in Syria, marked by widespread looting and celebrations. Following the collapse of the regime, Syrian citizens took to the streets, engaging in both acts of vandalism and jubilation. The Assad family, which has ruled Syria since 1970, first under Hafez al-Assad and then his son Bashar al-Assad, saw their control dissolve amidst ongoing civil war, economic collapse, and international pressure. The fall of the regime has led to a power vacuum, with various factions vying for control, and the immediate aftermath has been characterized by chaos, with reports of people breaking into government buildings, destroying symbols of the Assad regime, and celebrating the potential for a new beginning. However, the future remains uncertain as the country faces the challenges of rebuilding and establishing a new government amidst continued conflict and division.

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