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Rebranded Al-Qaeda takes over Syria in big win for US, Israel & Turkey, blow to Iran

Geopolitical Economy Report

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The Complex Legacy of Al-Qaeda and U.S. Policies

This chapter examines Osama bin Laden's historical context as a leader of the Arab Mujahideen during the Cold War and his initial partnership with the West against the Soviets. It draws parallels to current support for rebranded Al-Qaeda in Syria, highlighting revelations about U.S. backing and media portrayals that obscure their extremist ideologies.

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