US President-elect Donald Trump has stated that Bashar al-Assad has fled Syria after losing support from Russia, his key protector. In a message posted on his Truth Social platform, Trump declared, “Assad is gone, his protector Russia, led by Vladimir Putin, was no longer interested in protecting him.”
Trump Signals US Withdrawal from Syrian Conflict
Trump, in his social media post, indicated that under his leadership, the United States would disengage from the ongoing civil war in Syria. He made it clear that the US should not be involved, adding, “Syria is a mess, but it is not our friend, America should have nothing to do with it, this is not our fight.”
Global Reactions: Russia and Iran Respond to the Crisis
In contrast to Trump’s stance, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov emphasized that the rebels in Syria should not be allowed to prevail, signaling continued Russian support for Assad’s government. Meanwhile, Iran has called for all parties to come to the negotiating table, and Turkey has also urged dialogue to bring an end to the conflict.
Tensions Escalate as Rebel Forces Strike Assad’s Government
The announcement follows a sudden rebel attack that has led to the fall of Assad’s government, further escalating the already tense situation in Syria. Global powers are calling for negotiations to address the crisis, but the outcome remains uncertain.
