Syrians Reflect One Year After Assad’s Fall

One year ago, Bashar al-Assad’s 24-year presidency ended, concluding 13 years of civil war in Syria. On December 8, 2024, he fled to Russia, marking a significant political change in the Middle East. Although the interim government has vowed to protect all citizens, sectarian violence persists, with minorities like Alawites and Druze facing attacks, including from government forces. BBC correspondent Hugo Bachega reports on the ongoing impact of the revolution in Damascus.

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