When USA called Syria rebel leader Abu Mohammed al-Jolani a terrorist

In 2017, the US Embassy in Syria declared Abu Mohammed al-Jolani, leader of Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), a terrorist. The US asserted that HTS, despite rebranding efforts, remained an al-Qaeda extension, with Jolani at its helm. This designation highlighted the complex dynamics of the Syrian conflict and raised questions about US involvement with extremist groups.