Syria is stepping into a new era after rebel coalition leader Ahmed al-Shara was officially named the country’s president. This move comes just weeks after his coalition, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, ousted longtime leader Bashar al-Assad in a swift and decisive offensive last month.

The announcement was made by the coalition’s spokesperson, who shared that the Constitution under al-Assad’s rule has been scrapped, and the old legislature and military have been dissolved. This marks a fresh start for a nation that’s been under the Assad family’s grip for over five decades.

Al-Shara, who has been acting as the de facto leader since the takeover, will now oversee the transitional government. His leadership will guide Syria through this historic shift, aiming to rebuild and reshape the country after years of conflict and authoritarian rule.

The news has sparked both hope and uncertainty among Syrians and the international community. While many see this as a chance for change, others are cautious about what lies ahead. One thing is clear: Syria’s political landscape is undergoing a transformation unlike anything it has seen in half a century.