Syria's opposition group claims moderate stance after Assad's fall while Australia labels them terrorists

Syria's opposition group, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), has taken control of Damascus following the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime. HTS leader Abu Mohammad al-Golani claims to represent a moderate force, seeking a peaceful transition of power. Despite HTS's claims, Australia and other nations have designated the group as a terrorist organization. Al-Golani, who previously led an extremist faction, is under a $10 million bounty and faces skepticism about his intentions for governance. The shift in power has raised concerns about regional stability. Israel has increased military activity near the Golan Heights, while the future of Syria remains uncertain amid ongoing tensions and the potential for further conflict.