White House National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby stated that preliminary reports suggest that US strikes against ISIS targets in Syria were successful. The spokesperson mentioned that it is uncertain who is currently in charge of Syria following the collapse of Bashar al-Assad's regime over the weekend.
Kirby indicated that the US believes the strikes effectively targeted legitimate ISIS sites, weakening their capabilities. He also mentioned that the decision to continue these strikes is still under consideration.
Regarding communication with Hayat Tahrir Al-Sham (HTS), a designated terrorist group, Kirby mentioned that they are engaging with regional counterparts who can relay messages to various rebel factions. The spokesperson emphasized the importance of actions over words when discussing trust in the HTS leader.
When questioned about the current leadership in Syria, Kirby responded that it remains an unresolved issue. He expressed concern over the ongoing uncertainty in the region and highlighted the need to navigate through the evolving situation.
