Syrian rebels have reportedly taken control of Daraa, a significant city where the 2011 uprising against President Bashar al-Assad began. This marks the fourth city lost by government forces in a week. The rebels secured a deal for government troops to withdraw, allowing them safe passage to Damascus. The capture of Daraa, a symbolic stronghold, comes as rebel forces advance toward Homs, potentially threatening Assad’s hold on power. Several sources confirm the instability as thousands flee from Homs, and the situation escalates with increasing airstrikes targeting rebel positions.