Rebels Capture Aleppo Amid Syrian Civil War Escalation
Amidst a swift advancement, rebel groups led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham have taken control of Aleppo, marking a significant development in the Syrian civil war. Many Syrians exiled for years celebrate their return, though fears of violent retaliation from the Assad regime loom. Civilians report devastated conditions as essential supplies dwindle in the newly liberated areas, while President Bashar al-Assad vows to eliminate what he deems terrorists, with Russian airstrikes intensifying against the rebels.