Syria Faces Uncertain Future After Assad's Fall

The ousting of Bashar al-Assad marks a historic shift, but challenges of governance, reconstruction, and sectarian tensions loom large.

Bashar al-Assad's regime collapsed after rebel forces seized Damascus, ending over 50 years of Assad family rule in Syria.
The rebel coalition, led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), has promised inclusivity and a focus on rebuilding, but concerns remain over its Islamist roots and long-term intentions.
Millions of Syrians displaced by the civil war are cautiously considering returning, though many remain wary amid ongoing instability and widespread destruction.
Global powers, including the EU, the U.S., and regional actors like Turkey and Israel, are navigating the power vacuum, with humanitarian aid and geopolitical interests at play.
Israel has intensified its military operations in Syria, targeting remnants of Assad's forces and asserting control over the contested Golan Heights.