The Fall of Bashar al-Assad

The surprising deposition of Bashar al-Assad marks a significant shift in Syria's political landscape after decades of authoritarian rule. The Assad regime, which had been stable for over 50 years, collapsed almost overnight due to the rapid advances of the rebel group HTS, which captured Aleppo and eventually stormed Damascus. This sudden change raises questions about the future of governance in Syria, as various factions, including al-Assad supporters and other rebel groups, must navigate their differences and potential cooperation to establish stability. The swift fall of such regimes often underscores a pattern where they appear stable until a defining moment leads to their rapid demise.