Syria Marks One Year Post-Assad, Faces Path to Peace
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Syria observes the first anniversary of President Bashar al-Assad's overthrow this Monday. The nation now seeks stability and recovery after a long civil war.
Official celebrations will occur in Damascus's central Umayyad Square and other regions. The square has seen large, joyful crowds in recent days. Organizers also plan military parades.
Assad fled to Russia one year ago as rebel forces advanced. These rebels were commanded by Ahmed al-Sharaa, who is now Syria's president.
The country remains fractured as President al-Sharaa's government works to build a lasting peace.