The Fall of Bashar al-Assad's Regime

The regime of Bashar al-Assad, which ruled Syria for over 50 years, was recently overthrown by a coalition of armed groups, including Islamist factions that have aspirations for a fundamentalist state. This transition marks December 8, 2024, as a significant date in history, celebrated by many who longed for liberation from authoritarian rule. The coalition that brought down the regime is varied, comprising former military defectors and members of different rebel organizations that united under the Syrian National Coalition. This shift in power presents both opportunities and uncertainties for Syria's future governance and stability.