Bashar al-Assad flees to Moscow as his regime collapses in Syria

Bashar al-Assad, the leader of Syria, has fled to Moscow, marking a significant shift in the country's political landscape. This event ends over 50 years of Assad family rule. Former US Ambassador to Syria, Robert Ford, described the regime's collapse as a fortunate development for the US. He noted that Assad's control was weak, as his forces retreated during serious opposition attacks. US President Joe Biden referred to this moment as a "historic opportunity" for a better future in Syria. Ford cautioned against attributing the collapse to US actions, emphasizing the regime's instability.