Amid a rebel offensive that stunned the Syrian regime and led to major losses of territory, the 42-year-old man leading it made a surprising strategic decision: He used his real name.
Jolani has become the public face of the most successful rebel advance in Syria in years, credited as the driving force behind a stunning offensive that captured Syria's second-largest city, Aleppo.
By using Jolani's real name, HTS hoped to show 'he's just a regular guy.' However, Jolani is young, smart, extremely ambitious and ruthless in eliminating threats.
Charles Lister noted, 'Make no mistake, he wants to be seen as the kingmaker himself,' highlighting Jolani's aspirations in the volatile Syrian political landscape.
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