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secessionists

noun

plural of secessionist

as in rebels

a person who thinks that a nation, state, etc., should separate from another and become independent A growing group of secessionists are pushing for the independence of the region.

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The fall of Homs gave insurgents control over Syria's strategic heartland and key highway crossroads, severing Damascus from Assad's coastal strongholds of Latakia and Tartus, home to Russian military bases.

Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
His ally Russia said the president had fled the country after negotiations with insurgents and had left instructions on a peaceful transfer of power.

Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 8 Dec. 2024

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