As the former commander of a rebel group allied with Al Qaeda in Syria’s civil war, Abu Mohammed al-Jolani is now the country’s president, Ahmed al-Shara, after ousting Bashar al-Assad. Transitioning from extremism to pragmatism, he aims to lead Syria towards democracy while facing skepticism and challenges, including rebuilding a devastated economy and gaining international recognition despite past terrorist associations. Foreign officials are cautiously engaging with his government, as he navigates complex political dynamics and seeks to unify a war-torn nation through inclusivity and economic reform.
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Iran parliament approves bill to suspend cooperation with IAEA
The Iranian parliament has approved a bill to suspend cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), pending final approval from the Supreme National Security Council. This move raises concerns regarding Iran's nuclear activities and its compliance with international agreements. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Iran's parliament has passed a bill to stop cooperating with the UN's nuclear watchdog, but it still needs final approval from the country's Supreme National Security Council. Want...
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