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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.
Middle East

Putin hosts Syrian leader in Moscow with Russian bases on agenda

Russian president hails progress in ties with Syria as Ahmad al-Sharaa visits Moscow for talks.

Syria gives Kurds 4 days to accept integration as US signals end of support

Syrian government forces take Al-Omar oilfield as Kurds withdraw

Al-Omar was home to the largest US base in Syria. It had been controlled by Kurdish-led forces since 2017 after Islamic State group was pushed out.

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