The fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime marks a historic moment for Syria and global geopolitics. After being overthrown by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham rebels, the former Syrian president fled to Moscow with his family. Russia’s decision, announced by a Kremlin source, is motivated by humanitarian reasons and accompanied by a call for the resumption of UN-supervised negotiations.
A war-torn Syria
The rebel offensive has resulted in a tragic toll of over 910 deaths in just 11 days, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. The fatalities include 138 civilians, 380 government soldiers, and 392 rebel fighters, highlighting the urgent need for a political solution to decades of violence.
International reactions: the global community mobilizes
U.S. President Joe Biden described Assad’s fall as a “historic opportunity” for Syria, reaffirming the U.S. commitment to supporting a democratic transition and preventing the resurgence of ISIS. Recent airstrikes targeting over 75 ISIS-affiliated sites underline this commitment.
From Europe, European Parliament President Roberta Metsola called for dialogue and respect for human rights to guide the country’s future. EU High Representative Kaja Kallas emphasized the importance of ensuring regional security through constructive partnerships.
Regional power shifts
In an increasingly complex scenario, Israeli forces crossed into Syria for the first time in 50 years, securing strategic areas like Mount Hermon. This intervention aims to stabilize the region but raises questions about the future relationships among the international players involved.
The collapse of Assad’s regime marks the beginning of a critical period for Syria and the entire Middle East. The path to peace remains long and challenging, but hope for a better future for the Syrian people endures.
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