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Syrian Americans Celebrate Assad's Ouster; Hopes for Family Reunions Rise

Syrian Americans in Detroit celebrate the overthrown Assad regime, sparking hopes for reunions, amid reports of released prisoners recounting brutal experiences in Saydnaya prison.

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Updated: Dec 14th, 2024, 5:39 AM ET

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The fall of Bashar Assad has ignited joy among Syrian Americans in Detroit, who are planning visits to reconnect with families. However, concerns about safety persist as many nations hesitate to establish a strategy for post-Assad Syria. Rebel leader Ahmad al-Sharaa pledges a commitment to pluralism, despite U.S. designations labeling him a terrorist. Reports from newly freed prisoners detail horrific abuse in Saydnaya prison, underscoring the dark legacy of the former regime as Syria transitions into a new political landscape.

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