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It's been one year since the fall of Syria's repressive former regime

By Jane Arraf

Published December 8, 2025 at 4:40 PM CST

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One year ago today, Syria's President Assad fled the country as rebels moved into Damascus.

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Jane Arraf

Jane Arraf covers Egypt, Iraq, and other parts of the Middle East for NPR News.

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It's been one year since the fall of Syria's repressive former regime

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