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Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS)

HTS is one of the most influential rebel groups in Syria. Its offensive in December 2024 led to the ousting of longtime President Bashar Assad.

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Is HTS ready to govern post-Assad Syria?

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ConflictsDecember 22, 202401:33 min
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EU mulls relations with Syria's new leaders

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