US airstrikes in Syria follow Assad's collapse amid fears of extremist resurgence

The U.S. recently conducted extensive airstrikes in Syria as the regime of Bashar al-Assad collapsed. This military action reflects concerns about the rise of Islamist extremist groups, particularly Hizb ut-Tahrir al Shams, which has ties to violent ideologies. The new leadership in Syria, led by HTS, has called for a transitional government and claimed to reject extremist practices. However, many fighters in the coalition have connections to al-Qaeda and ISIS, raising fears of a resurgence of extremism in the region. The situation in Syria has shifted dramatically, with the fall of Assad potentially creating a new environment for extremists. The U.S. and Israel continue to monitor developments closely, as the region faces the risk of attracting more radical elements.