End of 24-Year Assad rule in Syria: Rebel leader announces peaceful transition
In his statement, al-Jolani emphasized that the use of chemical weapons would not be part of the transition process.
Damascus: In a significant development in Syria, the military command has officially announced the end of President Bashar al-Assad’s 24-year reign. Following Assad’s departure from the country, Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, the leader of the rebel group Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham, declared that former Prime Minister Mohammad Ghazi al-Jalali would oversee the country’s state institutions until a peaceful transfer of power is achieved.
In his statement, al-Jolani emphasized that the use of chemical weapons would not be part of the transition process. Reports indicate that Syrian rebels have already gained control of key state structures, including the Ministry of Interior, the airport, and the state television building.
Prime Minister Mohammad Ghazi al-Jalali, in an interview with a foreign news agency, confirmed that he was in his home and expressed his willingness to cooperate with any leadership chosen by the people of Syria.
After capturing the capital, Damascus, the rebel group declared an amnesty on state television, releasing all prisoners. Al-Jolani, speaking on the same platform, proclaimed the end of Assad’s long rule and assured the public of a new era for Syria, stressing the protection of both state and private properties.
The leader of Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham further instructed citizens to avoid interactions with the remnants of the former government and military institutions, emphasizing the importance of a fresh start for the nation.
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In a symbolic celebration of the revolution’s success, crowds gathered at Umayyad Square in Damascus, climbing onto military tanks as they celebrated the regime’s downfall. The rebel militia faced minimal resistance, marking a decisive moment in Syria’s ongoing conflict.
With the fall of Assad’s government, a new chapter for Syria is about to begin, with promises of sovereignty and national unity under a leadership chosen by the Syrian people.
