Syrian transitional PM urges stability following Assad's ousting
Syria's transitional prime minister, Mohammad al-Bashir, has called for "stability and calm" following the ousting of President Bashar al-Assad by rebels. Al-Bashir will lead the country until March 1. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken emphasized the need for an inclusive political process in Syria. He stated that the new government should respect minority rights and allow humanitarian aid. Rebel leader Abu Mohammed al-Jolani announced plans for a power transfer and accountability for war crimes. Meanwhile, Israel has conducted airstrikes in Syria, targeting military sites amid rising tensions.