Syrians celebrate Assad's fall as Russia and Iran lose influence

Syrians are celebrating the fall of Bashar al-Assad, whose regime was responsible for over 600,000 deaths during the civil war. The Syrian army's collapse was attributed to a lack of support from Russia and Iran, leading to a swift victory for rebel forces. Assad's departure to Moscow weakens Iran and Russia's influence in Syria. This shift raises uncertainty about the future government and the potential for further conflict or fragmentation among various militia groups in the country. The new leadership will face challenges in uniting diverse communities and establishing a stable government. The situation presents an opportunity for moderate forces to seek support from the Arab world and the West, potentially steering Syria away from extremist rule.