Syrian President Bashar al-Assad reportedly in Moscow amid Damascus takeover by rebels

Russian media reports that Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and his family have arrived in Moscow, where they have been granted refuge on humanitarian grounds.

“Assad and his family have arrived in Moscow. Russia has provided them with shelter out of humanitarian considerations,” Russian media stated, citing unnamed sources.

This development comes after rebel forces successfully took control of Damascus earlier today, forcing Assad to flee the country.

Earlier reports from Reuters suggested that Assad might have perished in a plane crash, as his aircraft had disappeared from radar. However, the latest updates indicate he is alive and has sought sanctuary in Russia.

The dramatic fall of Damascus marks a turning point in the Syrian conflict, raising questions about the future of the war-torn nation.