The war in Syria has been taking place for seven years. Watch this visual explainer of who is fighting and why. | BBC News

#Syrian rebels have sent a message to #Russian president #VladimirPutin as they capture #Aleppo and sought cordial relations with #Moscow, stating that they are not at war with #Russia and instead are fighting for the liberation of their country from Bashar al-Assad regime supported by #Iran. Watch. | The Times of India

Rebels stormed Syrian President Assad’s Aleppo palace, sharing videos of lavish interiors, including bathtubs and perfumes. The takeover, coinciding with Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire, marks Assad's first complete loss of #Aleppo since 2011. #Russia responded with airstrikes and reportedly dismissed the general overseeing Syrian operations. Assad vowed to retake Aleppo as his forces prepare a counterattack amid escalating violence. | The Times of India