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Former ISIS Warlord Seen in Damascus

A former ISIS warlord, Ahmad Al-Sharaa, has been seen in Damascus reportedly fulfilling 'presidential duties'.

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Damascus, Syria
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Tuesday, 21 April 2026 at 21:32 UTC
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A video circulating on social media shows former ISIS warlord Ahmad Al-Sharaa in Damascus. The footage, shared by the Middle East Spectator channel, is captioned with the claim that he is fulfilling 'presidential duties'. The nature of these duties and his current role within the Syrian government or its allied factions is unclear. His presence in the capital raises questions about the relationship between the Assad regime and former militant leaders.
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