Amid the ongoing offensive by rebel forces, thousands of people have fled from the Syrian city of Homs. The rebels, led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, are making significant progress, having already captured the key cities of Aleppo and Hama. This rapid advance has prompted many civilians to move towards the western coastal regions, seeking safety.
To disrupt the rebels’ movement, Russian airstrikes targeted vital infrastructure, including the destruction of the Rustan bridge, which links the city to the rest of Syria. Despite these efforts, the rebels remain determined to push southward, aiming to capture Homs, a strategic crossroads linking the capital, Damascus, to the northern regions.
Rebels have urged the residents of Homs to rise up and join their cause, signaling a significant shift in the conflict.?
