
Why Putin couldn’t save Syria’s dictator
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HTS: From Al-Qaeda Offshoot to Islamic Aspirations
This chapter explores the rise of Hayat Tahrir Al-Sham (HTS) in northwestern Syria, examining its evolution from an al-Qaeda affiliate to a group seeking legitimacy and a more moderate image under Abu Muhammad al-Julani. It discusses HTS's ambitions for an Islamic caliphate amidst the complexities of Syria's political landscape and the challenges of broad representation.
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