The situation in Syria – who is Abu Mohammed al-Golani, who overthrew the Assad regime – UNIAN
Al-Golani is trying to project an image of a leader who can unite Syria despite its controversial past.
Abu Mohammed al-Golani is the leader of the rebels who became a key factor in overthrowing the regime of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. For years he tried to change his image, writes The Associated Press.
Having renounced ties to al-Qaeda, he tried to position himself as a supporter of pluralism and tolerance. Entering Damascus with his victorious forces, he announced his real name – Ahmad al-Sharaa, abandoning his military pseudonym.
After the capture of Damascus, 42-year-old al-Sharaa appeared at the Umayyad mosque, where he declared the fall of Assad “a victory for the Islamic nation.” Another rebel commander, Anas Salhadi, spoke through state television: “Our…
