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Syrian army quits Homs, cutting Assad off from coast

The insurgents' capture of Homs is crucial as it would sever the connection between Damascus and the coastal region, which supports President Bashar Assad.
Rebel commander Hassan Abdel Ghani stated that they are beginning to encircle Damascus.
Government forces have withdrawn from Quneitra province for the first time, according to Observatory head Rami Abdel Rahman.

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Insurgents Reach Gates of Syria's Capital, Threatening to Upend Decades of Assad Rule

Get latest articles and stories on World at LatestLY. Insurgents' stunning march across Syria accelerated on Saturday with news that they had reached the gates of the capital and that government forces had abandoned the central city of Homs. The government was forced to deny rumours that President Bashar Assad had fled the country. World News | Insurgents Reach Gates of Syria's Capital, Threatening to Upend Decades of Assad Rule.

3 months ago

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India Today

Syrian forces retreat from Homs, cutting President Assad off from coast

Syrian government forces retreated from Homs, marking a significant setback for President Assad as rebels advance toward the capital, Damascus, raising fears of the government's collapse.

3 months ago·India

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Sydney Morning Herald

Syrian insurgents reach the capital as worried residents flee and stock up on supplies

President Bashar al-Assad’s government could fall within the next week, say US and other Western officials.

3 months ago·Sydney, Australia

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The Christian Science Monitor

Insurgents advance in Syria: Army Withdraws, Assad Denies Fleeing

Syrian insurgents advance near Damascus as the army retreats, seizing key areas. sparking rumors of Assad's flight. Rumors of President Bashar Assad fleeing the country circulate amid largest opposition gains in years.

3 months ago·Boston, United States

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