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Who is Syrian President Ahmed al Sharaa, the former rebel leader once linked with al Qaeda?
Once an extremist who fought US troops in Iraq, Syrian President Ahmed al Sharaa now preaches pluralism and tolerance. After leading the overthrow of Bashar al Assad's regime, he leads a country trying to get back on its feet.
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President Donald Trump with Syria's President Ahmad al Sharaa. Pic: Saudi Press Agency
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Wanted poster issued by the US State Department for al Jolani
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Al Jolani in 2016 discussing battlefield details with commanders in Aleppo. Pic: AP
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Abu Mohammed al Jolani speaks at the Umayyad Mosque. Pic: AP
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The pair met in Saudi Arabia, along with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Pic: Saudi Press Agency,
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