New Lebanese Prime Minister Fuad Siniora on a one-day visit to Syria

In just over ten days, Syrian rebels have taken control of Syria's main cities, including the capital Damascus on Saturday night. President Bashar al-Assad, in power since 2000, has fled the country, according to Russia - FILE - New Lebanese Prime Minister Fuad Siniora on a one-day visit to Syria, where he meet with President Bashar Al Assad on July 31, 2005. The two leaders called for 'new ties' between their two countries. It is Siniora's first trip abroad since he was appointed. He is part of an 'anti-Syrian' coalition that won the Lebanese elections last month. Photo by Balkis Press/ABACA.