Following the collapse of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria, President Biden addressed the nation on Sunday, outlining the United States' plan to support neighboring countries and promote stability in the region. He emphasized the fall of the Assad regime as a moment of both opportunity and risk for the Syrian people.

Biden stated the U.S. would provide support to Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, and Israel, should threats emerge from Syria during this transitional period. This support includes high-level discussions between U.S. officials and world leaders. The President also pledged to maintain stability in eastern Syria, safeguarding U.S. personnel and continuing the mission against ISIS, including securing detention facilities holding ISIS fighters.

The U.S. plans to engage with various Syrian groups, including those working with the United Nations, to facilitate a transition towards an independent and sovereign Syria. Biden acknowledged unconfirmed reports of Assad being in Moscow after fleeing the capital, Damascus, with his family following a rebel takeover. He reiterated the U.S. commitment to supporting the Syrian people with humanitarian aid and assisting in the country's recovery after over a decade of war under the Assad family.

President Biden addresses the situation in Syria from the White House. (Chris Kleponis/AFP via Getty Images)

While acknowledging the positive developments, Biden also expressed caution regarding some rebel groups involved in Assad's overthrow, noting their history of human rights abuses. He stressed the importance of evaluating their actions alongside their words as they assume greater responsibility. The President also reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to securing the release of American journalist Austin Tice, who has been held captive in Syria for over twelve years.

Former President Trump and Assad (Getty Images)

President-elect Trump, prior to Assad's reported flight, cautioned against U.S. involvement in the Syrian conflict, emphasizing that it was not America's fight. He commented on Truth Social about Assad's departure and Russia's diminished interest in protecting him, attributing it to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Trump also called for a ceasefire and negotiations in the Ukraine conflict.

President-elect Trump (Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC)

Bashar al-Assad in Damascus, Syria. (Borna News/Matin Ghasemi/Aksonline ATPImages/Getty Images)

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu viewed Assad's downfall as a consequence of Israeli actions against Hezbollah and Iran. While acknowledging the potential dangers of the situation, he expressed hope for peaceful relations with the new powers in Syria, while asserting Israel's commitment to defend itself if necessary.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. (Israeli Government Press Office via AP)