Assad, the independence-era flag adopted by activists and rebels during the 2011 revolt has replaced the official flag on streets, institutions and homes in Syria and beyond. In their eyes, the revolt was not just against Bashar al-Assad but more broadly against dictatorship.

Supporters of the rebels who ousted president Bashar al-Assad have entered Syrian embassies around the world to tear down the old order’s two-starred Syrian flags, which had been the country’s official banner since 1980.

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As Syria awakens to a transformed political landscape following the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime, one powerful symbol has emerged at the forefront of change: the Syrian opposition flag, also known as the “Independence Flag.

Syrian jihadist rebels declared victory on Sunday, announcing the capture of Damascus and the end of President Bashar al-Assad's 13-year rule. Assad's

Rebel forces led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham said they took control of Deir al-Zour in eastern Syria. Israel said its extensive strikes were to prevent a future attack.