- Russia has granted asylum to Bashar al-Assad and his family after the fall of Damascus to rebel forces. Assad fled to Moscow, highlighting Russia's loyalty to its allies.
- Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed the asylum but did not disclose Assad's location. No meeting between Putin and Assad is scheduled.
- The situation underscores global instability, with ongoing crises in Ukraine and the Middle East. Discussions on Russia's military presence in Syria continue.
Source: The Times Of India, The Times Of India
