Ahmed al-Sharaa

Ahmed al-Sharaa is the current president of Syria, having also ousted the regime of dictator Bashar al-Assad with his armed rebel Islamist movement Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS). He is also known by his nom de guerre, Mohammed al-Julani.

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Syria's Sharaa was held by US in Iraq, new documents appear to show

New leaked documents show photos of Syria's president Ahmed al-Shara'a and claim to reveal details about his connections to the Iraqi insurgency, including his detention at notorious Camp Bucca.

Operation Assad: The air mission to smuggle the Syrian despot's valuables

New details reveal how Assad smuggled millions in cash, data, and aides to the UAE as rebels closed in on Damascus.

By REUTERS
17/04/2025

The rise and fall of a Syrian warlord: Rebel commander surrenders to Damascus

HTS ordered ex-leader Awda to stand down – but it might not be the last Damascus hears from him.

Syria's Sharaa, Lebanese PM discuss border demarcation weeks after ceasefire

The two countries' delegations also discussed the fate of missing and detained Lebanese people in Syria, an issue that came under the spotlight after the toppling of Assad.

By REUTERS
14/04/2025

Middle East summits cement Syria's Sharaa as regional leader

The trip highlights al-Sharaa's clout and ability to navigate the complex politics of the Middle East.

Syria's Sharaa meets UAE counterpart in second visit to a Gulf country as leader

Syria’s new Islamist-led government looks to reassure Gulf leaders during President Sharaa’s visit to Abu Dhabi.

By REUTERS
13/04/2025

Syrian President al-Sharaa impresses diplomats in Turkey forum

Syrian President Sharaa attended the Antalya Diplomacy Forum, meeting with Erdogan and other leaders. He strengthened ties with Azerbaijan, Qatar, and the Kurdistan Region for regional cooperation.

South Korea establishes diplomatic ties with Syria, a North Korea ally

South Korea and Syria have formed diplomatic relations, marking a shift from Syria’s past alignment with North Korea.

12/04/2025

Peace between Israel and Syria is possible, Damascus businessman tells 'Post'

Syrian-born businessman Yahya Kirdi told the 'Post' that the new Syrian regime is an extremist Islamist regime.

11/04/2025

Erdogan says Israel is fueling Syrian divisions at Antalya Forum

Erdogan accused Israel of fueling divisions in Syria and committing "genocide" in Gaza at the Antalya Forum, which also saw Syria’s first official participation.

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