Syrian regime crumbles: Opposition raises flag in Athens
The fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime is stirring significant emotions not only in Syria but also in countries with substantial Syrian minorities. In Athens, opponents of the dictator stormed the embassy grounds and hoisted the Syrian opposition flag on the balcony. They also removed the picture of the ousted tyrant.
The attack by Bashar al-Assad's opponents on the Syrian embassy in Athens was reported by the eKathimerini service. The group consisted of three or four people. Two of them left the premises voluntarily before police intervention, while the others were detained inside the embassy building.
The joy among the Syrian dictator's opponents is linked to the announcement by rebels on Sunday regarding the liberation of Damascus. Al-Assad's rule has ended after 24 years.
The current whereabouts of al-Assad remain unknown. Reuters reported that the Syrian dictator might have perished in a plane crash. The agency cited two Syrian sources, with one suggesting the aircraft might have been shot down by the rebels.
Syrian Prime Minister Muhammad Gazi al-Jalali stated that Bashar al-Assad and Defense Minister Ali Mahmud Abbas's whereabouts have been unknown since Saturday evening.
This event could have significant implications for the region's geopolitics, especially considering the involvement of countries like Russia and Iran, which have supported al-Assad's regime for many years. Changes in Syria could also impact the balance of power in the Middle East. The rebellion that forced the dictator to flee to an undisclosed location led to the release of political prisoners, symbolizing the end of his tyranny.
