Former al-Qaeda member al-Golani rebrands as a pluralist amid doubts over Syria’s democratic future
Ahmad al-Sharaa, formerly Abu Mohammed al-Golani, has evolved from an al-Qaida affiliate leader to a rebranded figure promoting pluralism as Syria’s insurgency topples Assad.
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Hay'at Tahrir Al-Sham (HTS) militants have declared their intentions to expand their influence across the Middle East, following their capture of Damascus in December 2024. In a video posted by Althawra Network, they stated that their conquest of Damascus was only the beginning, and that they aim to enter Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem, the Prophet’s Mosque in Medina, and the Kaaba in Mecca. They called for patience from the people of Gaza, promising to reach Jerusalem soon. HTS's ambitions highlight their growing power in the region, alongside their Salafi ideologies and controversial stance on governance.
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The Syrian Army has evacuated the city of Hama after jihadist forces, led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, seized control following intense clashes. The insurgents' victory marks a significant shift in the ongoing conflict, as Hama had remained under government control throughout the civil war. The jihadist leader, Abu Mohammed al-Golani, pledged that there would be no revenge on the city's residents, despite the historical context of Hama's prior uprisings. The Syrian Army's retreat aims to preserve civilian lives and avoid further urban combat, but the loss of this key city is a major blow to President Bashar al-Assad's forces.
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