Following the fall of the Assad regime, the UN Security Council’s first closed-door meeting revealed unexpected unity among members regarding Syria’s political future. The UN is poised to play a crucial role in facilitating a political solution based on Resolution 2254, despite lingering classifications of certain groups as terrorist organizations. UN envoy Geir Pedersen is engaging with new authorities, while Secretary-General Antonio Guterres dialogues with international stakeholders. The prospects for a UN-led conference in Syria face challenges, reflecting the complex dynamics of foreign interests and internal rivalries.