The Syrian government has collapsed, falling to a rebel offensive that seized control of the capital Damascus and sent crowds into the streets to celebrate. The collapse of the government was not surprising, as similar scenarios have occurred in other conflicts such as the Libyan civil war and the rise of ISIS in Iraq. The fall of Assad was brought about swiftly due to pressure from three different rebel groups and the limited commitment of Russia and Iran. There is a slim chance of a multi-party government forming in Syria, as autocratic governments are common in the Middle East.
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