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Ahmad al-Sharaa

Ahmad al-Sharaa
The latest news and top stories on Ahmad al-Sharaa. Born in Riyadh, he is a Syrian politician and former rebel commander who became President of Syria in January 2025, following his leadership of the Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) offensive that toppled Bashar al-Assad’s regime in December 2024. Previously known as Abu Mohammad al-Julani, he led HTS, which evolved from an al-Qaeda affiliate, and has worked to rebrand the group towards local governance. His responsibilities include forming a transitional government, dissolving former state institutions, and seeking to lift international sanctions. He recently accused Israel of instigating conflict, later acknowledging mediation efforts.
Syria

Kurdish fighters refuse to leave Syria’s Aleppo after truce

Kurdish fighters defy Aleppo truce, sparking fears of wider conflict amid civilian evacuations and international pressure.

Deadly clashes in Aleppo shatter Syria’s fragile peace as thousands flee

Fresh clashes in Syria as al-Sharaa’s interim government flails

The government is struggling to maintain a ceasefire in Sweida after clashes between Druze factions, while reintegrating the US-backed Kurdish SDF.

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