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Saturday, December 7, 2024
Syrian rebels say they have taken Quneitra, near border with Israel
A Syrian flag flutters in town of Quneitra, on July 30, 2024, overlooking the Israel side of the Golan Heights. (LOUAI BESHARA / AFP)
Syrian rebel forces say they took control of the city of Quneitra in the Syrian Golan near the border with Israel, according to two rebels and a Syrian officer who confirmed their withdrawal to Reuters.
A rebel commander also says they have advanced to within 20 km of the Syrian capital Damascus.
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