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US asks UN to lift sanctions on former al-Qaeda member, Syria’s Jolani
The United States has submitted a draft United Nations Security Council resolution that calls for lifting sanctions on Abu Mohammed al-Jolani, the head of the HTS-led regime in Syria, ahead of his meeting with President Donald Trump at the White House on November 10.
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US CENTCOM Chief meets HTS-led Syrian regime head in Damascus
The head of the US military’s Central Command held talks Friday with Syria’s HTS-led regime head previously known as Abu Muhhamd Jolani Ahmad al-Sharaa in Damascus on Friday.
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(Podcast) HTS Rule Shaken Amid Turkey’s Crisis: Political Isolation, Economic Challenges, and Shifting Dynamics in Syria
Turkish President Erdoğan’s arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu – his key rival in the upcoming presidential election – has sparked widespread protests across the country. This domestic unrest is expected to significantly impact Ankara’s influence in Syria and the future of HTS. If Turkish support declines, the terrorist group will face increasing political isolation and severe financial difficulties.
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(Podcast) Turkey and Neo-Ottoman Policy: Regional Confrontations Against the Iran-Led Resistance Axis
Turkey is pursuing a neo-Ottoman policy and leveraging regional developments to rebuild its influence. However, its actions, including supporting the Israeli regime and overthrowing Bashar al-Assad’s government in Syria, stand in stark contrast to the policies of the Iran-led Resistance Axis, which has consistently emphasized regional stability and support for Palestine.
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(Podcast) Jolani’s Visit to Riyadh: A Shift in Saudi Policy or a New Tactic by Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham?
Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, the leader of Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham, arrived in Saudi Arabia on his first foreign trip after coming to power and met with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. This visit could indicate diplomatic shifts in the region and efforts to gain international legitimacy. Analysts believe that while Jolani seeks financial resources and aims to strengthen his position in regional dynamics, Saudi Arabia is cautiously engaging with Syria’s new government.
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Egypt’s Diplomacy in the Syria Crisis: From Maintaining Stability to Exploiting Regional Opportunities
The fall of Bashar al-Assad’s government and the emergence of new rulers in Damascus have pushed Egypt’s policy into a critical phase. Cairo is striving to play a constructive role by balancing national interests, regional relations, and international pressures. From supporting a transitional government and combating terrorism to cooperating with regional actors and participating in Syria’s reconstruction, Egypt seeks to strengthen its influence in the Arab world. However, domestic economic limitations and security threats remain significant challenges.
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Protests erupt in Syria over abductions linked to Al-Jolani
Early Sunday reports indicate that public outrage over the abduction of Syrian citizens in Aleppo has sparked widespread protests against Mohammad al-Jolani, the leader of the armed opposition group Tahrir al-Sham.