Increased Diplomatic Engagements with New Islamic Authorities in Syria Following Assad’s Fall
In the wake of the ousting of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, foreign delegations are ramping up contacts with the new Islamic authorities in Syria. UN Special Envoy Geir Pedersen met with Abu Muhammad al-Jolani, leader of the Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), emphasizing the urgent need for humanitarian aid. Countries including the US, UK, and France have initiated diplomatic engagements, while Turkey is prepared to offer military assistance if requested. As Syrians begin to return to daily life, more grim discoveries related to Assad’s regime continue to emerge.