Biden calls Syrian rebel takeover a fundamental act of justice

President Joe Biden called the recent takeover of Syria by rebel groups a "fundamental act of justice" after years of oppression under President Bashar al-Assad. He noted the situation is now filled with risk and uncertainty for the region. Biden confirmed that the U.S. is monitoring reports of Assad seeking refuge in Moscow. He stated that U.S. forces in Syria will remain focused on preventing the resurgence of the Islamic State group, conducting air strikes against its camps. The Biden administration has designated the leading rebel group, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, as a terrorist organization. Biden emphasized the need to assess the actions of these groups as they take on more responsibility in the region.