Following the ouster of President Bashar al-Assad, Syria’s interim authorities have reached out to the United Nations refugee agency, signifying a need for continued humanitarian support. UNHCR officials report constructive communications and plans for security cooperation. Meanwhile, tens of thousands of Shia Muslims are fleeing to Lebanon amid fears of persecution following the regime change. The United Nations has documented significant displacement, with over one million newly displaced since late November, as the interim government vows to establish the rule of law.