In southern Syria, fighters who contributed to the ousting of President Bashar al-Assad are hesitant to disarm despite orders from the new Islamist leadership. The Southern Operations Room, a coalition of armed groups, stated they do not accept the disbandment agreement, asserting their organized military presence in the region. Amid the transition of power, the coalition seeks to maintain its autonomy while balancing relations with former allies, including Russia and Jordan. The ongoing instability highlights the complex dynamics as Syria navigates its post-Assad era.