The stunning fall of Syrian President Bashar Assad has thrust Abu Mohammed al-golani, the militant leader who spearheaded the insurgency, into the spotlight. For years, al-Golani has worked tirelessly to reshape his public image, distancing himself from his past ties to al-Qaida and presenting himself as a champion of pluralism and tolerance.In a recent move, … Read more
As a dramatic rebel offensive threatened to topple Syrian President Bashar Assad, President-elect Donald Trump declared on Saturday that the U.S. military should not intervene in the escalating conflict. “THIS IS NOT OUR FIGHT,” Trump stated on social media. Trump’s comments, made while he was in Paris for the reopening of the Notre Dame cathedral, … Read more
Syrian insurgents have made a stunning advance, reaching the outskirts of Damascus for the first time since 2018. This rapid offensive has seen opposition forces seize control of several major Syrian cities, including Aleppo and Hama, sending shockwaves through the country. The Syrian army’s withdrawal from southern Syria on Saturday, leaving key areas, including two … Read more