Abu Mohammad al-Julani

Abu Mohammad al-Julani is a prominent Syrian militant leader known for his role in the Syrian civil war. He emerged as the head of the al-Nusra Front, an extremist group that was initially affiliated with al-Qaeda but later rebranded itself as Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham in 2017. Al-Julani is recognized for his strategic leadership and efforts to consolidate various rebel factions in northern Syria. Though criticized for extremist views, he has also focused on gaining local support, positioning his group as a significant player in the complex and evolving landscape of the Syrian conflict.