The Hear
Flag of russia
08.12.2024

The Day Damascus Gates Opened

THE
The Hear Logo
HEAR

This page is an archive of main headlines from Russia for 08.12.2024.

It displays 180 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

08.12.2024 ⇢ The Day Damascus Gates Opened
⌨The morning began with reports of militant forces entering Damascus, followed by Syrian army units withdrawing from the city center. By mid-morning, Syrian Prime Minister announced readiness for power transfer, while Assad reportedly left the capital. Early afternoon brought confirmation from Russia's Foreign Ministry of Assad's departure from presidency and Syria.

Reports emerged of rebels approaching Russian military installations in Tartus and near Khmeimim airbase, while looting occurred at the Iranian embassy in Damascus. Multiple explosions were reported in the capital's diplomatic quarter. Evening coverage focused on Assad's arrival in Moscow with his family, receiving asylum from Russian authorities.

In parallel coverage, Russian media reported downing 46 Ukrainian drones overnight, while maintaining narrative about territorial gains in Donetsk. Trump's statements about Ukraine's willingness to negotiate with Russia received prominent coverage.
08.12.2024
09.12.2024
00:04
00:04
00:11
00:20
RIA Novosti

Участники переговоров по Сирии призвали к политическому решению кризиса

00:20 (21:20 in your timezone)
00:27
00:28
00:36
00:43
00:44
01:00
RIA Novosti

Сирийские боевики контролируют центр Хомса, утверждает Anadolu

01:00 (22:00 in your timezone)
01:40
01:48
02:11
02:11

02:13 (23:13)⇢Homs Falls to Syrian Rebels

⌨The newspapers report heavily on developments in Syria, with Syrian rebels claiming control of central Homs (RBC, RIA Novosti). Russia, Iran, Turkey and five Arab countries call for political solution in Syria (Kommersant). In security news, 12 terrorism suspects were detained in Dagestan with weapons and explosives (Lenta). Reports indicate total military aid to Ukraine has exceeded $119 billion since conflict began (Izvestia). Anti-corruption efforts yielded 760 billion rubles in seized assets over five years (TASS, Vesti).
02:36
RIA Novosti

Сирийские боевики заняли все районы города Хомс, утверждает Al Mayadeen

02:36 (23:36 in your timezone)
03:08
RIA Novosti

Минобороны Сирии опровергло сообщения об отступлении с севера Латакии

03:08 (00:08 in your timezone)
03:24
03:55
04:20
04:27
04:27
04:51
05:07
05:15
RIA Novosti

В Дамаске слышны выстрелы, сообщает AFP

05:15 (02:15 in your timezone)
05:55
RIA Novosti

Работа международного аэропорта Дамаска полностью прекращена

05:55 (02:55 in your timezone)
05:56
RT

Jihadists enter Damascus – CNN

President Bashar Assad’s office has denied rumors that he plans to abandon Damascus to the terrorists
05:56 (02:56 in your timezone)
06:04
06:04
06:12
RIA Novosti

Сирийские войска покидают центр Дамаска, сообщили СМИ

06:12 (03:12 in your timezone)

06:13 (03:13)⇢Damascus Gates Open

⌨The newspapers heavily report on rapid developments in Syria, with multiple sources now confirming militant forces entering Damascus (RT, RBC, RIA, Kommersant). Syrian army units are reportedly withdrawing from city center, though Assad's office denies plans to abandon the capital. In parallel coverage, Russia-Belarus Union State marks 25th anniversary (Komsomolskaya Pravda), while reports emerge of Zelensky-Trump-Macron meeting in Paris lasting 20 minutes (Lenta, Gazeta).
06:20
06:28
RIA Novosti

Сирийские войска покидают центр Дамаска, утверждают СМИ

06:28 (03:28 in your timezone)
06:28
RT

Jihadists reach Damascus suburbs – AP

Terrorist groups have taken over some of Syria’s largest cities as Assad’s office claims the president is still in the capital
06:28 (03:28 in your timezone)
06:28
06:36
06:44
06:44
06:52
RIA Novosti

Обострение ситуации в Сирии. Онлайн-репортаж

06:52 (03:52 in your timezone)
07:08
07:08
07:08
07:08
07:16
07:23
07:40
07:40
07:56
08:05

08:07 (05:07)⇢Damascus Falls, Assad Flees

⌨The newspapers report extensively on the apparent fall of Damascus, with rebels entering the city (Gazeta, RT). Multiple sources indicate President Assad has left the capital (Izvestia, RBC, Lenta, Vesti), while Syria's Prime Minister announces readiness to transfer power and cooperate with opposition forces (Kommersant, TASS). Russia maintains position against terrorist control of Syria (Moscow Times English).
08:14
08:15
08:25
08:35
08:35
RIA Novosti

"Пора признать поражение". Будущее Украины решится не там, где все думают

08:35 (05:35 in your timezone)
08:35
08:51
08:51
09:07
09:16
09:23
09:23
09:31
09:31
09:47
09:47
09:55
10:03
10:11
10:11

10:13 (07:13)⇢Damascus Falls to Rebels

⌨The newspapers extensively report on rebels claiming control of Damascus, with announcements made on state television about Assad's overthrow (Lenta, NTV, Svoboda, Gazeta). Syrian army command has reportedly informed officers about regime change (Meduza, RT), while Syria's Prime Minister engages in negotiations with militant leaders (TASS). Russia's foreign policy apparatus expresses concern about terrorist groups potentially governing Syria (Moscow Times).
10:19
10:19
10:19
10:19
10:35
10:51
10:51
10:59
11:07
11:23
11:31
11:31
11:39
12:03
12:03
12:11
12:11
12:11
12:19

12:21 (09:21)⇢Assad's Plane Down, Damascus Burns

⌨The newspapers report extensively on the apparent collapse of Assad's regime in Syria. New developments include claims of Assad's plane potentially being shot down (Gazeta, Lenta), Reuters reporting his probable death in an air crash (Meduza), and the Syrian Prime Minister calling for new leadership selection (RBC). The Iranian embassy in Damascus is reportedly under siege (Vesti). In parallel, Trump suggests Ukraine's willingness to negotiate with Russia (RT, NTV), while Russian forces claim capture of Blahodatne in Donetsk (TASS, Izvestia).
12:27
12:35
12:43
12:51
12:59
12:59
13:07
13:15
13:15
13:23
13:31
13:47
14:03
14:11
14:19
14:19
14:27
14:27

14:29 (11:29)⇢Damascus Explosions, Iranian Embassy Ransacked

⌨The newspapers report intensively on new developments in Damascus, with two powerful explosions reported (TASS) and the Iranian Embassy being ransacked (RT). The Syrian National Army is reportedly advancing towards Manbij (Vesti). In parallel coverage, Russia and Belarus mark 25 years of their Union State (Komsomolskaya Pravda). Multiple sources continue reporting on Assad's possible fate, with Reuters suggesting high probability of death in air crash (Meduza).
14:35
14:35
14:35
14:35
14:43
14:43
14:43
14:43
14:43
14:51
14:59
14:59
RT

Moscow reacts to overthrow of Assad

Russia has urged all parties to address Syrian “governance issues politically,” the Foreign Ministry has said
14:59 (11:59 in your timezone)
14:59
15:07
15:15
15:23
15:31
15:31
RIA Novosti

"Это лишь начало". Что происходит в Сирии

15:31 (12:31 in your timezone)
15:31

15:41 (12:41)⇢Moscow Confirms Assad's Flight

⌨The newspapers extensively report on Russia's Foreign Ministry confirming Assad's departure from Syria and resignation from presidency (Gazeta, Interfax, Izvestia, Lenta, Meduza, RBC). New developments include reports of mass looting in Damascus (NTV), while Putin has not yet commented on the situation (Moscow Times). In parallel, Russian state property agency receives control of Universal Beverage assets including "Glavprodukt" (TASS).
16:03
16:11
16:11
16:19
16:35
16:51
16:59
16:59
16:59
17:23
17:23
17:39
17:47
17:47
17:47
18:19
18:19
18:27
18:27
18:27

18:29 (15:29)⇢Rebels Reach Russian Bases

⌨The newspapers report intensively on rebel advances near Russian military installations in Syria. Multiple sources (Gazeta, Lenta, TASS) indicate rebels entered Tartus, where Russia's naval base is located, and control Jableh near the Russian airbase. Reports emerge of fire at Assad's palace in Damascus (Izvestia), while German media suggests Assad planned escape to Russia (Moscow Times, Bild). In parallel, Trump's reluctance to meet Zelensky surfaces in Western coverage (RT).
18:43
18:51
18:59
19:15
19:23
19:31
19:47
20:03
20:11
RIA Novosti

Обострение ситуации в Сирии. Асад покинул страну и сложил полномочия

20:11 (17:11 in your timezone)
20:19
20:27
20:43
20:43
20:51
20:51

20:52 (17:52)⇢Assad Lands in Moscow

⌨The newspapers report extensively on two major developments: Assad's arrival in Moscow after leaving Syria (TASS, RBC, Lenta, RIA), and Trump's new interview suggesting potential cuts to Ukraine aid and NATO involvement (Izvestia, Komsomolskaya Pravda, Moscow Times). Syrian opposition has established communication channels with Russia (Vesti), while Zelensky rejected Trump's peace proposals (RT).
20:59
20:59
20:59
20:59
RIA Novosti

"Это лишь начало". Что происходит в Сирии

20:59 (17:59 in your timezone)
20:59
21:07
21:07
21:07
21:15
21:15
21:15
21:23
21:23
21:23
21:39
21:55
22:27

22:45 (19:45)⇢Assad Gets Moscow Asylum

⌨The newspapers extensively report on Assad's arrival in Moscow with his family, with Russia officially granting them asylum (Kommersant, RT, Moscow Times, RBC). This confirms earlier reports of his departure from Syria. In parallel coverage, Russia and Belarus mark 25 years of their Union State agreement (Komsomolskaya Pravda). Putin transferred Universal Beverage assets, including "Glavprodukt," to state property management (TASS).
22:59
23:07
23:07
23:48
23:56
Time Machine View
08.12.2024   archives
December 2024 news archives from Russia
Flag of russiaLive headlines from Russia