Syria rebel group political chief to form temporary government

Following the rapid collapse of the Assad regime, the Syrian opposition has announced the establishment of a transitional government.

On December 7, Mohammad al-Bashir, the head of the National Salvation Government based in Idlib, was appointed as the transitional prime minister. His primary responsibility will be to oversee the transition process and guide the country toward a new government in the post-Assad era, Caliber.Az reports per foreign media.

The Baath regime, led by President Bashar al-Assad, crumbled in a matter of days as opposition forces took control of Damascus and other key government centers. The swift dismantling of the regime sparked widespread speculation regarding Syria's future leadership. With Assad and his family fleeing the country and seeking refuge in Russia, a power vacuum has emerged, now being filled by opposition groups.

Following the collapse of the regime, a statement from the opposition confirmed that Mohammad al-Bashir would lead the transitional phase. As Prime Minister, al-Bashir is tasked with guiding the country through this critical period, overseeing the establishment of a new political order and representing the diverse interests of the opposition groups that brought down Assad's regime.

Born in 1983 in Idlib, Mohammad al-Bashir has long been a prominent figure within the opposition. He graduated from Aleppo University in 2007 with a degree in Electrical Engineering. In 2011, he began working with the Syrian Gas Company as an executive while simultaneously pursuing studies in Sharia and Law at Idlib University.

Al-Bashir's political career gained momentum in 2022 when he was appointed Minister for Development and Humanitarian Affairs in the National Salvation Government. His leadership and experience within the opposition make him a key figure in shaping Syria's future following the fall of the Assad regime.

By Vafa Guliyeva