Biden calls fall of Assad regime a historic opportunity for Syria's future

President Joe Biden announced the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria, calling it a "historic opportunity" for Syrians to shape their future. This marks the end of over 50 years of Assad family rule. Biden criticized Assad's supporters, including Iran and Russia, claiming their influence in the region is declining. He stated that the U.S. will assist Syria's neighbors and conduct airstrikes against ISIS to prevent the group from exploiting the situation. The president also emphasized the importance of establishing a new government in Syria and expressed a commitment to bringing home Austin Tice, an American journalist missing for over 12 years.