Assad Flees Syria, Russia Grants Asylum; US Bombs ISIS Areas

WASHINGTON, DC (ANI) – The decades-long rule of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad ended on Sunday as rebels seized Damascus without resistance, forcing him to flee the country. Assad and his family have since been granted asylum in Russia, with Moscow citing “humanitarian considerations,” according to TASS.

The collapse of Assad’s regime marks a pivotal moment in Syria’s civil war, which reignited after years of dormancy. Rebel forces captured key cities, including Aleppo, Homs, and Daraa, within weeks, culminating in Assad’s departure. The former president reportedly stepped down after negotiations with opposition groups and instructed a peaceful transfer of power.

Russia, Assad’s longtime ally, denied involvement in the talks but called for a UN-mediated political resolution. “Russia has always supported a political settlement of the Syrian crisis,” a Kremlin source stated. Moscow remains in contact with Syrian opposition groups and secured guarantees for the safety of its military and diplomatic missions.

Global leaders shared mixed reactions. The Biden administration directed the bombing of areas where ISIS has been dominating. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau called Assad’s departure the end of decades of “brutal oppression” and expressed hope for a “new chapter” in Syria. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hailed it as a “historic day” while stressing security concerns, ordering the Israeli Army to secure border positions previously held by the Syrian Army.

With Assad’s exit, international actors, including Russia and the U.S., have called for calm and an inclusive political process aligned with UN Security Council Resolution 2254. As Syria enters a new phase, the situation remains a focal point for regional stability.

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