Umayyad Square in Damascus was filled with people waving “revolution” flags as Syria welcomed the new year with hope after 13 years of civil war, marking the first celebration without an Assad in power. The fall of Bashar al-Assad led to a sense of joy and optimism among the Syrian people, with soldiers patrolling the streets and the revolutionary flag flying across the capital. Despite the challenges faced during the civil war, there was a collective feeling of relief and hope for a peaceful future in Syria.
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Israeli Strikes on Gaza Kills Over 400, in Breakdown of Cease-Fire
Israeli forces launched deadly aerial attacks across the Gaza Strip, ending a temporary cease-fire with Hamas and resulting in over 400 deaths, including children. The attacks followed failed negotiations to extend the truce and were prompted by Hamas's refusal to release Israeli hostages. The situation remains tense as Hamas weighs its response and Israel vows to continue military action until all war objectives are achieved. Full Article
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