The fall of the Assad regime is a “moment of historic opportunity” for the Syrian people, says Biden

President Biden said during the week afternoon news conference that the US would support Syria’s neighboring nations and help bolster stability in the region after dictator Bashar al-Assad fled the country amid the ongoing civil war.

“Finally, the Assad regime has fallen.” This regime has brutalized and tortured and killed literally hundreds of thousands of innocent Syrians. The fall of the regime is a fundamental act of justice. It is a moment of historic opportunity for the suffering people of Syria to build a better future for their proud country, it is also a moment of risk and uncertainty,” Biden said at a White House press conference on Sunday.

Biden detailed that the US would support after Assad’s departure before the rebel forces Neighboring countries of Syria – such as Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq and Israel – “should there be any threat from Syria during this transition period”. Biden said the effort would include senior administration officials meeting with world leaders, with the president also speaking directly with leaders of neighboring countries.

“Secondly, we will help stability, ensure stability in eastern Syria.” Protecting any personnel, our personnel, from any threats, and our mission against ISIS will continue, including securing the detention facilities where ISIS fighters are held as prisoners,” Biden continued with the US plan of action after the collapse of the Assad regime. “… Third, we will engage with all Syrian groups, including the United Nations-led process to establish a transition from the Assad regime to an independent sovereign Syria.

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Bashar al-Assad fled Syria after rebels stormed the capital Damascus on Saturday. Assad, whose government has repeatedly used chemical weapons against its own residents, reportedly fled with his wife and children.

Biden said the U.S. had no confirmation of Assad’s whereabouts, noting that “he is rumored to be in Moscow.”

Syria has been in the midst of a nearly 14-year civil war as Islamist rebels sought to oust Assad and his family’s dynasty, which had ruled the country for the past 50 years.

“The United States will do everything it can to support (Syrians), including humanitarian aid, to help rebuild Syria after more than a decade of war and generational brutality by the Assad family,” Biden said.

“And finally, we will remain vigilant.” Make no mistake, some of the rebel groups that ousted Assad have their own dark records of terrorism and human rights abuses. We have taken into account the statements of the leaders of these rebel groups in recent times. days And they’re saying the right things now, but as they take on more responsibility, we’re going to judge not just their words, but their actions,” Biden continued on Sunday.

The president noted that the US will also continue efforts to secure American journalist Austin Tice, who has been missing in Syria for more than a decade.

“We are mindful that there are Americans in Syria, including those residing there, as well as Austin Tice, who was captured more than 12 years ago. We remain committed to returning him to his family,” Biden said.

Ahead of reports of Assad’s escape, President-elect Trump warned that the US should not get involved in the civil war.

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“Syria is a mess, but it’s not our friend, AND THE UNITED STATES SHOULD HAVE NOTHING TO DO WITH IT.” THIS IS NOT OUR FIGHT. LET THEM PLAY. DO NOT INTERFERE!” he wrote.

Trump added on Truth Social early Sunday morning: “Assad is gone. He fled his country. His protector, Russia, Russia, Russia, led by Vladimir Putin, was no longer interested in protecting him. There was no reason for Russia They, above all, lost all interest in Syria because of Ukraine, where close to 600,000 Russian soldiers lay wounded or dead, in a war that should never have started, and could go on forever.

“Russia and Iran are currently in a weakened state, one because of Ukraine and the poor economy, the other because of Israel and its combat success,” his post continued. “Also, Zelensky and Ukraine would like to make a deal and stop the madness.” They lost a ridiculous 400,000 soldiers and many more civilians. There should be an immediate ceasefire and negotiations should begin.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu touted the fall of the Assad regime on Sunday, saying it was a “direct result” of Israeli attacks on Iran and Hezbollah, while noting that the overall situation was “fraught with significant dangers.” Israel is in the midst of more than a year-long war after Hamas launched attacks on the nation on October 7, 2023.

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“This is a historic day for the Middle East. The collapse of the Assad regime, the tyranny of Damascus, offers great opportunities, but it is also fraught with significant dangers. This collapse is a direct result of our violent action against Hezbollah and Iran, Assad. It has caused a chain reaction of all those who they want to break free from this tyranny and hers oppression,” Netanyahu said on Sunday.

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“We send a hand of peace to all those outside our border in Syria: Druze, Kurds, Christians and Muslims who want to live in peace with Israel. We will follow events very closely. “If we can establish neighborly relations and peaceful relations with the new forces emerging in Syria, that is our desire, we will do whatever it takes to defend the State of Israel and the border of Israel.” he added.

Fox News Digital’s Michael Lee and Anders Hagstrom contributed to this report.