World reacts as Assad's 24-year rule in Syria ends following rebel offensive

Syria's army announced on Sunday that President Bashar al-Assad's 24-year rule has ended, following a swift rebel offensive. This development surprised many around the world. U.S. President Joe Biden is monitoring the situation closely and is in contact with regional partners. President-elect Donald Trump noted that Assad has fled and suggested that Russia is no longer supporting him. International reactions include calls for restraint from the Philippines and a statement from the U.N. Special Envoy for Syria urging dialogue and respect for human rights as the country seeks stability.