Morning recap: Syrian rebels topple Bashar al-Assad

In case you're just joining us, here is what happened overnight in Syria: 

• Syrian rebels have overthrown Bashar al-Assad's rule. 

• Opposition fighters entered the capital Damascus around 5 am local time without resistance.  

• They quickly captured the international airport, the TV and radio building and many other security and government buildings. 

• Government forces and personnel reportedly withdrew from their positions, allowing a smooth takeover for the rebels. 

• Meanwhile, President Bashar al-Assad reportedly boarded a plane before rebels reached the capital and fled to an unknown location. His current whereabouts are unclear.  

• Rebels also freed thousands of political prisoners from the notorious Sednaya prison and other state security jails.

• Syrian Prime Minister Mohammad Ghazi al-Jalali said in a video that he remains in his home and was ready to support continuity of governance.

• Rebel leader Ahmed al-Sharaa, more commonly known as Abu Mohammad al-Julani, instructed fighters to go near public institutions that he said would remain under the supervision of the "former prime minister" until it is officially handed over.