<p>President Joe Biden said Sunday that the sudden collapse of the Syrian government under Bashar Assad is a "fundamental act of justice" after decades of repression, but it was "a moment of risk and uncertainty" for the Mideast.</p>
<p>Speaking at the White House, Biden said the US was not sure of Assad's whereabouts, but was monitoring reports he was seeking refuge in Moscow.</p>
<p>Biden credited action by the US and its allies for weakening Syria's backers " Russia, Iran and Hezbollah. He said "for the first time" that they could no longer defend Assad's grip on power.</p>
<p>"Our approach has shifted the balance of power in the Middle East," Biden said.</p>
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Speaking at the White House, Biden said the US was not sure of Assad`s whereabouts, but was monitoring reports he was seeking refuge in Moscow

Biden says Assad's fall in Syria is 'fundamental act of justice,' but 'a moment of risk'

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Speaking at the White House, Biden said the US was not sure of Assad's whereabouts, but was monitoring reports he was seeking refuge in Moscow

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