In the wake of the recent upheaval, Ahmed al-Shara has indicated clear intentions to consolidate power by dissolving existing militant factions under the authority of a unified Syrian defense ministry. This initiative, disclosed via Syrian state media, is critical as the government is striving to establish law and order after over a decade of civil strife. Al-Shara reiterated that all groups will fall under the law's jurisdiction, emphasizing a decisive shift towards order.

These developments follow closely on the heels of the regime's fall, as new authorities in Damascus aim to forge international relationships and gain recognition through engagement with diplomats from various regions. However, the timeline and mechanisms for this integration of armed factions remain ambiguous, leaving open the question of whether all parties will concede to the new structure.

As turmoil persists, the geopolitical context remains volatile. Concurrently, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's recent visit to areas captured in southwestern Syria underscores the complex dynamics at play, with Israeli forces pressing into historically sensitive regions in the Golan Heights. This move is viewed as a significant alteration in Israel’s military footprint in the area, raising questions about both control and stability in the new Syrian landscape shaped by recent events.