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In a dramatic turn of events on Sunday, Syrians around the world woke up to the news that the Assad family’s reign, which had endured for over half a century, had come to an abrupt and dramatic end. The fall of the regime was not a long-drawn-out process but rather a swift and forceful takeover led by Abu Mohammed Al-Golani of Hayat Tahrir Al-Sham (HTS). On that fateful morning, Al-Golani’s forces advanced to Damascus, seizing control of the capital in what was a culmination of a series of rapid offensives that had begun with the capture of Aleppo only days earlier. The sudden and unexpected collapse left the Assad regime in disarray and out of power. In a remarkable scene, Prime Minister Mohammed Ghazi Al-Jalali was seen being escorted by HTS forces, where he reportedly resigned and handed over authority. Soon after, anti-regime factions broadcast on state television that President Bashar Assad had been ousted, and all prisoners of war were freed, signifying the regime’s complete loss of power. Shortly thereafter, reports confirmed that Bashar Assad and his family had fled to Russia, where they were granted asylum. Russian officials confirmed the arrival of the Assad family, citing humanitarian grounds for their asylum. In the aftermath of Assad’s downfall, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded by ordering the Israeli military to secure the demilitarized zone along the Golan Heights. Netanyahu emphasized that this military move was necessary to prevent any adversary from gaining territory in the area following the collapse of the Syrian government. “We will not allow hostile forces to position themselves near our borders,” Netanyahu stated. “The fall of Assad is a direct result of our efforts to weaken Iran and Hezbollah’s grip in the region.” The international community swiftly responded to the change in Syria’s leadership. Saudi Arabia issued a statement urging for calm and coordination to prevent the country from descending into chaos. Saudi officials expressed full support for the Syrian people, calling for unity and stability. “We are with the Syrian people in their decision to shape their own future,” the Saudi Foreign Ministry remarked. “Efforts must be made to preserve the unity of Syria and safeguard its people from fragmentation and conflict.” The United States voiced its concerns about potential instability, but also reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring regional security. A National Security Council spokesperson stated that President Joe Biden’s team was closely monitoring developments in Syria, while ensuring that U.S. forces would continue their presence in the country to combat Daesh. Prime Minister Keir Starmer of the UK expressed his country’s support for the fall of the Assad regime, emphasizing the importance of restoring peace and stability in the region. “The Syrian people have long suffered under the brutal rule of Assad,” Starmer said in a statement. “We welcome the end of his regime and will continue to work with our allies to ensure that Syria can move towards a better future.” In Turkey, Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan called for caution, urging all international actors to act with restraint as the situation in Syria remained highly unpredictable. “The situation in Syria is fluid, and all parties must prioritize stability in the region,” Fidan commented. As the dust settles over Syria, the future of the country remains uncertain, but the end of Assad’s reign represents a historic turning point in the nation’s struggle for freedom.