Abu Mohammed al-Julani

Syria’s minorities question German, British silence on sectarian violence during Sharaa’s visit

Sharaa, also known as Abu Mohammad al-Julani, was welcomed in Berlin on Monday, where he met with Chancellor Friedrich Merz and President Frank-Walter Steinmeier.

|ByDANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD
Syria's President Ahmed al-Sharaa is welcomed by Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer ahead of their meeting at 10 Downing Street in central London, Britain, March 31, 2026.
Security for the protest is provided by the local Asayish (Kurdish Police) during a demonstration for Kurdish rights on February 10, 2026 in Qamishli, Syria. The protests called for the protection of Kurdish rights and the achievements of the Rojava revolution as the region

Israel's national security dependent on supporting Kurdish cause, Kurdish leader says

“National security is achieved only through support for the cause. We are talking about a new Middle East with four key countries: Syria, Iraq, Turkey, and Iran. The Kurds are in all of them."

|ByDR. EDY COHEN
Around 50 protesters gathered outside the US embassy to protest against what they described as Washington's inaction in the face of the latest massacre in Syria carried out by the Sharaa regime, on January 21, 2026.

Protesters outside US embassy demand US, Israeli action after Kurdish massacre

Several signs pointed to Israel’s close relationship with the Kurdish community. One read “Israel loves Kurdistan,” while others went further, openly calling for military action against the regime.

|ByDANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD
From Islamist rebel chief to statesman, embraced by major world leaders, Syria's interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa has undergone a stunning transformation in just six months since ousting longtime strongman Bashar al-Assad.

Sharaa or al-Julani? IDF still suspicious of Syrian leader after Sweida massacre - analysis

IDF sources view the two names symbolically, likening them to a "Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde" duality, suggesting a true internal struggle within Syria's leader and his shifting alliances.

|ByYONAH JEREMY BOB

Sunni-Shia divide: Power struggles shaping the Middle East’s future - opinion

Iran and Turkey are vying for dominance, impacting regional stability, alliances, and Israel’s strategic challenges in an evolving geopolitical landscape.

JANUARY 4, 2025ByDAVID BEN-BASAT
HOUTHI MILITARY spokesman Yahya Saree delivers a statement in Sanaa, Yemen, last month.

Syria's new leader urges US to pressure Israel to withdraw - report

Despite Julani's reported request, Israeli authorities allegedly stated they had received no formal communication on the matter.

JANUARY 3, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Syria's de facto leader Ahmed al-Sharaa, also known as Abu Mohammed al-Golani waits to welcome the senior Ukrainian delegation led by Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, after the ousting of Syria's Bashar al-Assad, in Damascus, Syria, December 30, 2024.

Syria's Alawites fear retribution under the new regime, given former Assad ties

How the rebels treat the sizeable Alawite population, will be some kind of litmus test of whether the takeover of Damascus leads to violent revenge against former Assad loyalists

JANUARY 3, 2025ByMATHILDA HELLER
Fighters affiliated with Syria's new administration inspect a car at a checkpoint in Syria's western coastal city of Latakia, which is an Alawite stronghold, on December 26, 2024

Conflict & Cuisine: Yemen's Houthis are the last men standing in Israel's 7-front war

Conflicts & Cuisines with Seth J. Frantzman and Erica Schachne - episode 1

JANUARY 1, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
A Houthi pictured at a rally to show support for the Gaza Strip, in Sanaa, Yemen December 20, 2024.

Syria set to be 2025’s big story: Can Damascus unite a fractured nation? - analysis

Parts of Syria remain in stasis despite the country's recent massive upheaval.

JANUARY 1, 2025BySETH J. FRANTZMAN
Syria's de facto leader Ahmed al-Sharaa, also known as Abu Mohammed al-Golani speaks during an interview, after the ousting of Syria's Bashar al-Assad, in Damascus, Syria, December 28, 2024.

Syria's Julani meets with Ukraine's foreign minister, SANA says

HTS leader discussed wheat supplies with Ukraine after Russia cut Syria off due to ousting of Assad.

DECEMBER 30, 2024ByREUTERS
Top rebel commander Abu Mohammed al-Julani speaks to a crowd at Ummayad Mosque in Damascus, after Syrian rebels announced that they have ousted President Bashar al-Assad, Syria December 8, 2024.

New Syrian leader hopes Iran will reconsider regional intervention - analysis

‘He also expressed his hope that the new US administration headed by Donald Trump would lift sanctions on the country,’ Julani said to Al-Arabiya.

DECEMBER 29, 2024BySETH J. FRANTZMAN
Leader of new Syrian administration, Ahmed al Sharaa and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan (not seen) watch the view of Damascus on Mount Qasioun following their meeting in Damascus, Syria on December 22, 2024

FM Gideon Sa'ar: The regime in Damascus is 'a gang – not a legitimate gov't'

In an exclusive interview, Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar shared his vision, laying bare the challenges and opportunities ahead for Israel on the international stage.

DECEMBER 28, 2024ByAMICHAI STEIN, ZVIKA KLEIN
GIDEON SA’AR

Middle East leaders flock to Damascus, discuss future with Syria's al-Julani - analysis

Julani’s new government is now eyeing the consolidation of international legitimacy as the new Syria.

DECEMBER 26, 2024ByOHAD MERLIN
Syria's de facto leader Ahmed al-Sharaa meets with Iraqi National Intelligence Service (INIS) head Hamid Al-Shatri, in Damascus, Syria December 26, 2024

'If the gov't won't protect us, we will leave': Syrian Christians protest burning of Christmas tree

Protesters held crosses and the new national flag of Syria as they called for an end to "injustice and sectarianism against Christians."

DECEMBER 25, 2024ByYUVAL BARNEA
People carry crosses next to a flag adopted by the new Syrian rulers, during a protest against the burning of the Christmas tree in Hama, in Damascus, Syria December 24, 2024.