Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has left Syria after opposition forces seized control of the capital, Damascus, the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Sunday.
In an official statement, the ministry reported that Assad had “decided to step down from his position and leave Syria,” adding that he had issued directives to ensure a peaceful transition of power.
The statement emphasized that Russia had no involvement in any negotiations surrounding Assad’s departure, indicating that the decision was unilateral and unexpected.
The ministry also confirmed ongoing communication with various Syrian opposition factions, though no further details were provided about Russia’s role in the unfolding transition.
The development marks a dramatic turn in Syria’s prolonged conflict, which has seen years of civil war, foreign interventions, and political stalemates. The focus now shifts to the process of forming a new government and stabilizing the country after more than a decade of turmoil.
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