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Thursday, December 5: A Closer Look at Global Conflicts and Diplomacy

Syria's Rebel Advances Shake the Assad Regime

Violence continues to surge in Syria as rebel insurgents make significant territorial gains, marking a notable setback for President Bashar al-Assad's government. Recently, rebel forces succeeded in capturing the strategic city of Kama, Syria's fourth-largest urban center, after days of intense fighting. The rebel advance from northern Syria into the heart of government-controlled territory signals a shift in momentum, forcing Assad’s forces to retreat from key locations including the police headquarters, a major military airbase, and the central prison—liberating hundreds of detainees along the way.