Summary
Thousands of people in Hama, Syria, celebrated the one-year anniversary of removing forces loyal to Bashar al-Assad. The city is hopeful about the future under current President Ahmed al-Sharaa. Al-Assad's fall marked the end of his family's long rule, and recent events have changed Syria's international standing.
Key Facts
- Thousands gathered in Hama, Syria, marking one year since loyalist forces were pushed out.
- Rebels, led by current President Ahmed al-Sharaa, took over Hama in December 2024.
- The capture of Damascus by rebels ended Bashar al-Assad's 24-year rule.
- Hama has historical significance due to a deadly crackdown in 1982 under Hafez al-Assad.
- President al-Sharaa has improved Syria's global relations and achieved sanctions relief.
- Al-Sharaa is serving a five-year transitional presidency.
- There are ongoing conflicts affecting Alawite and Druze areas in Syria.
- Israel has conducted military actions in Syria, including recent attacks in Damascus.
