Rebel commander Abu Mohammed al-Jolani, leader of Syria's Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) group, stated in an earlier message, 'The future is ours.' His visit to the iconic Umayyad Mosque highlights the reverberations of power shifts within the capital as anti-government forces declare their control.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres applauded the end of al-Assad's regime, remarking, 'Today the people of Syria can seize a historic opportunity to build a stable and peaceful future.' His statement signals a potential shift toward rebuilding the war-torn nation.
Footage has emerged showing the aftermath of al-Assad's fall, as his Damascus residence was stormed and nearly emptied by looters, symbolizing the rapid societal upheaval. The situation escalated with reports of an attack on the Iranian embassy, emphasizing the chaos that ensued.
As the rebellion progresses, Arab nations are looking to prevent a resurgence of civil strife by initiating dialogue with all factions involved. Qatar's foreign ministry has expressed the intention to ensure any transition accommodates all ethnic groups within Syria.
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