Jerome Drevon

Author and researcher who co-wrote a book on HTS (Hayat Tahrir al-Sham) and appears as the episode's expert guest to discuss Ahmed al-Sharaa and Syria's political transformation.

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Nov 14, 2025 • 41min

Trump and the ex-terrorist: why the West needs Syria to work

Joining the discussion is Jerome Drevon, an expert on Syria and co-author of a book on HTS. He delves into the astonishing rise of Ahmed al-Sharaa, a former jihadist turned president, and his recent meeting with Donald Trump. Jerome analyzes how Sharaa has rebranded himself, courting global powers while dismantling extremist ties. They explore Sharaa's complex history, minority outreach, and the geopolitical implications of his leadership. Can this controversial figure truly transform Syria or is it all an elaborate PR strategy?

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