The Economist: Who will rule Syria now Assad regime toppled?

Syria stands at a crossroads after the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime, as rebels navigate the challenges of uniting a fractured nation. Early efforts at cooperation, such as curbing looting and pledging to protect minorities, are promising but fragile. Factional rivalries, sectarian tensions, and international interests threaten to derail progress. Will Syria seize this chance for a pluralist, peaceful future, or descend into further chaos? The world watches, hopeful but wary.

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The Economist

Syrians are hoping for a peaceful transition of power. They may not get it ___STEADY_PAYWALL___