Abu Mohammed al-Jolani, the leader of HTS, emphasizes that the ultimate aim of their revolution is to overthrow Bashar al-Assad's regime, asserting it is their right to use all means necessary to achieve this.
Expressing a new, less radical image, Jolani has shifted from traditional jihadist attire to military fatigues, aiming to present a more moderate leadership style that attempts to distance himself from terrorism, even as HTS remains designated as a terrorist entity by many.
Experts point out that despite Jolani's attempts to moderate his public persona, his past radicalism and ongoing aggressive ambitions raise questions about the sincerity of his transformation, with analysts dubbing him a 'pragmatic radical'.
Jolani's tactical shift includes signing statements under his real name, Ahmed al-Sharaa, suggesting a more personal approach to leadership and an attempt to rebrand himself in the public light as the conflict in Syria continues.
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