Trump Claims Russia’s Abandonment of Assad Led to His Downfall

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump weighed in on the situation in Syria on Sunday, stating that the downfall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad was a direct result of Russia’s abandonment of him. Trump argued that Moscow should never have protected Assad in the first place, and that Russia lost interest in maintaining its support for the Syrian leader due to its focus on the war in Ukraine.
“Assad is gone. He has fled his country. His protector, Russia, Russia, Russia, led by President Vladimir Putin, was not interested in protecting him any longer,” Trump wrote on his social media platform, Truth Social.
Trump’s comments come amid ongoing instability in Syria, where Assad’s regime, once backed strongly by Russia, is now facing increasing challenges, both domestically and internationally. While Russia had played a critical role in propping up Assad during the Syrian civil war, its priorities appear to have shifted, especially with the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Trump’s remarks also reflect his broader skepticism about U.S. foreign policy and the dynamics of international relations involving Russia and Syria.
The situation in Syria remains fluid, and with Russia’s involvement in Ukraine, many experts believe that the geopolitical landscape in the region is shifting. Trump’s comments highlight the complex interplay of international alliances and the consequences of foreign intervention in conflicts.