In a dramatic turn of events, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s government fell in the early hours of Sunday morning after nearly 14 years of struggling to hold onto power amidst a devastating civil war that ravaged the country. Rebel groups, led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, rapidly advanced towards the capital Damascus as the Syrian army offered little resistance.
World leaders reacted to this unexpected development, with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz condemning Assad’s regime for the suffering it inflicted on the Syrian people. French President Emmanuel Macron and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk welcomed Assad’s fall, viewing it as a victory against Russia and its allies. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasized the need for a political solution and restoring peace in Syria.
Prime Minister Dick Schoof of the Netherlands expressed relief at Assad’s departure and called for a peaceful transition. The European Union leaders noted the historic change in the region, highlighting opportunities and risks. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan emphasized the Syrian people’s role in determining their country’s future.
US President Joe Biden called Assad’s downfall a “fundamental act of justice” and an opportunity for Syrians to build a better future. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres welcomed the end of the “dictatorial regime” and urged Syria to rebuild. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu saw the collapse of the Assad regime as a historic day for the Middle East, offering peace to various groups in Syria.
The fall of Assad’s government marks a significant turning point in Syria’s history and has global implications for the region.
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