Biden calls Assad’s departure a turning point for Syria’s future
President Joe Biden expressed optimism and caution as Syria enters a new chapter following the departure of its longtime leader, Bashar al-Assad. Speaking from the White House on Sunday, Biden emphasized the United States’ commitment to working with international partners and stakeholders to support Syria’s democratic transition after more than 13 years of devastating conflict. Assad’s departure marks the end of a brutal era for Syria. The embattled leader, along with his family, has reportedly sought asylum in Russia, which granted him refuge “for humanitarian reasons,” according to Russian officials cited by local media outlets. The Syrian rebels gained full…
