Syrian rebels seized Hama, toppling a statue of Hafez al-Assad after government forces retreated. The victory follows similar rebel advances in Aleppo and other key cities, bringing them closer to Damascus. HTS declared victory in Hama, freeing prisoners. The rebels now threaten Homs, a strategically vital city for the regime, while international concern mounts.
Watch: Rebels bring down statue of Assad’s father in rebel-controlled Hama
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