HTS, Syria

What is HTS? Here's what to know as Syrian rebels say Bashar al-Assad has fled
Syrian rebel forces led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, or HTS, declared they had ousted President Bashar al-Assad and he had fled Damascus on Sunday. But what is HTS, and how did it rock the long-simmering tensions in Syria? HTS is a Sunni Islamist militant and political group that traces its roots to the beginning of the Syrian civil war.
Who is Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, leader of Syrian rebel HTS?
Standing before a cheering crowd in Damascus’ historic Umayyad Mosque, the broad and bearded Abu Mohammad al-Jolani declared a new chapter in Syria’s history.
US asks Syrian rebels HTS to help in search for journalist Austin Tice
The United States has asked Syria's Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) rebel group to help locate and free missing American journalist Austin Tice as it liberates the country's prisons in the aftermath of Bashar al-Assad's overthrow,
5 facts about Syria’s Islamist rebel group HTS and its leader Abu Mohammad al-Jolani
Rebels in Syria, led by the Islamist alliance Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, or HTS, have captured Damascus, about a week after taking over Aleppo and Hama, and ousted President Bashar al-Assad. As this dramatic shift in the ongoing conflict continues to unfold,
Syrian rebel group HTS promises formation of new government
Syria's main rebel group, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), said they are working on taking complete control of the Syrian capital Damascus and promised a new government would take over immediately after its formation.
HTS promise ‘salvation government’ for Syria with Assad gone
And here in Damascus, the new self-proclaimed ‘Salvation’ government is taking its first steps towards remedies for what they’re calling a ‘catastrophic’ situation – and saying all rebel groups will now be dissolved into a new national army.
Who Is Al-Jolani, the Syrian Rebel Who Ended Assad’s Rule?
The Assad family ruled in Syria for more than half a century — in recent years over just part of the country. A surprise push by rebels has toppled it more than a decade after an uprising first challenged President Bashar al-Assad’s grip on power.
Concerns over Syrian rebels leader who took over Assad regime
Jolani, the rebel leader who led the Hayat Tahrir al-Shams (HTS) group that took over Syria and collapsed President Bashar al-Assad's regime. CBS News' Courtney Kealy breaks down what's known about Jolani.
Who is Abu Mohammed al-Jolani? The controversial rebel leader of Syria
Jolani, a key figure in the Syrian rebellion, has played a crucial role in planning the recent offensive, leading to significant rebel gains, including the capture of Aleppo and Idlib, as the leader of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS).
Who is Abu Mohammed al-Jolani, the leader of HTS rebels that toppled Syria's Assad?
While Syria is now free of the Assad regime for the first time in more than half a century, an Islamist militant group with ties to al-Qaeda is now overseeing the country's transition period. Eric Sorensen looks at what's known about Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS),
HTS rebels and SDF engage in battle over Syria’s..., Rebels capture Deir Ezzor
The SDF has replaced Syrian government forces and is now challenging the rebel forces. The conflict between the SDF and HTS ...
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Once a pro-Iran bastion, Damascus shrine district now in rebel hands
Shortly before Sunni Islamist-led rebels swept into the Syrian capital, Iran-backed guards fled their positions at the gates ...
Rebel forces just toppled the Syrian government. What comes next?
To move forward, Syria had to end the Assad family’s half-century rule. Now, Syrians have a real chance for a peaceful future ...
Syria updates: Rebel leader vows to pursue Assad officials 'involved in war crimes'
Follow NBC News for live updates of the latest coverage from Syria where rebels led by the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham has ousted ...
Syria's Assad resigns and leaves the country after stunning rebel blitz, Russia says
Rebel forces in Syria said they have captured four cities in the past 24 hours and entered the capital Damascus.
Exclusive: Qatar opens contacts with Syria's HTS group, source says
Qatari diplomats spoke with Syria's leading rebel faction, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, on Monday, an official briefed on the ...
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HTS so far 'sending good messages' to Syrians: UN envoy
The most important test will be how the transitional arrangements in Damascus is organised and implemented, says Pedersen ...