Syria's Interior Minister Mohammed said on Saturday (Dec 7) that the government security forces had imposed an impenetrable cordon around Damascus, as the rebel factions opposing the government said they were nearing the capital.

Syrian conflict: Minister says military imposed cordon around Damascus

Syrian rebel factions announced on Sunday (Dec 8) on state television that they have successfully overthrown President Bashar al-Assad and have freed "unjustly detained" prisoners.

WATCH: Syrian rebels appear on state TV, say toppled 'tyrant' Bashar al-Assad

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Syrian conflict: Minister says military imposed cordon around Damascus

WATCH: Syrian rebels appear on state TV, say toppled 'tyrant' Bashar al-Assad