Syria's new caretaker Prime Minister vows stability as rebels take control

Syria's new caretaker Prime Minister, Mohammed al-Bashir, announced he will lead the interim government until March 1. He has the support of former rebels who recently overthrew President Bashar al-Assad. Al-Bashir previously managed a rebel administration in northwest Syria. Following Assad's ousting, banks and shops reopened in Damascus, and armed presence decreased. Rebel forces have been ordered to withdraw from cities, allowing police and security forces to take over. A ceasefire was reached in Manbij between U.S.-backed Kurdish forces and Turkey-backed rebels. Israel has conducted airstrikes on Syrian army bases, targeting strategic weapons. The situation remains complex, with international reactions varying. Meanwhile, the mood in Damascus is celebratory, as some refugees return and people express hope for a better future.