The Fall of Assad's Regime and Its Implications President Bashar al-Assad’s regime has fallen, marking a historic moment for Syria. The United States views this as an opportunity to rebuild the nation but warns of risks in transitioning power. President Biden emphasized working with Syrian groups to ensure inclusivity and stability while maintaining vigilance against extremist threats like ISIL.
Challenges in Transitioning Power Among Opposition Groups Syria faces significant challenges integrating opposition factions into a cohesive government structure post-Assad. Deep mistrust exists between groups such as HTS, the Syrian National Army, and Kurdish forces due to past conflicts. Efforts toward federalism or autonomy may emerge during constitutional negotiations amidst these tensions.
Geopolitical Reactions from Russia and Israel Russia is scrambling after being caught off guard by Assad's fall, fearing loss of its strategic military bases in Syria while considering deals with new leadership. Meanwhile, Israel has temporarily intervened in the Golan Heights amid concerns over potential territorial disputes exacerbated by U.S.-Israeli relations under incoming President Trump.