Russian forces helped Bashar al-Assad escape Damascus, according to Ukrainian intelligence.

Earlier reports claimed an Il-76T plane carrying Assad disappeared from radar, sparking speculation about a crash or shootdown.

However, Ukrainian intelligence says this was Russian disinformation to conceal their operation to evacuate Assad and his inner circle.

Timelapse of 13 years of Syrian Civil War:

🟥 Assad Regime
🟩 Syrian Revolutionaries
🟨 PKK/YPG
⬛️ Islamic State

👋 Russia.

“We are leaving Syria completely.
The military base in Khmeimim and the port in Tartus will be withdrawn.”

Another angle of Israel’s airstrikes on Mezzeh Air Base in Syria today.

#BREAKING Assad and his family members arrived in Moscow; Russia provided them with asylum, Russian state media TASS reported.

Bashar Assad is officially refugee.

Efforts continue at Saydnayah Prison to access the highly secured underground floors of the Red Building, opening cells one by one, meter by meter.

NEW: The first underground level of Sednaya Prison’s secret section has been uncovered, revealing detainees held by Assad as expected.

Turkish President Erdogan:

There are only two leaders left in the world - me and Putin.

Europe to aid Syria’s rebuild after Assad’s fall, says European Commission President.

Iranian Foreign Minister:

Iran has consistently advised Assad to engage with opposition groups and seek political and peaceful solutions to resolve conflicts.

Celebrations across Syria now.

Former American Director of National Intelligence and important Trump ally Richard Grenell:

Joe Biden has not mentioned working with NATO ally Turkey on the growing chaos in Syria.

Ignoring Turkey, a NATO ally since 1952, is foolish.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has been clear about protecting Christians and other minorities.

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Syrian people flocking to Damascus tonight.