In a significant development, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) leader Ahmad al-Shara has assured that Syria will no longer pose a threat to other Arab countries. Speaking to the pan-Arab newspaper Asharq al-Awsat, al-Shara, also known as Abu Mohammed al-Jolani, emphasized Syria's commitment to regional peace and economic prosperity.
Al-Shara expressed hope that Syria could emulate the successful development models of the Gulf states to spur its own economic growth. \"The revolutionary period has ended with the fall of the previous government,\" he stated, highlighting the administration's dedication to building constructive ties that foster economic cooperation and long-term stability.
He further assured, \"We won't allow Syria to attack or unsettle any Arab or Gulf country,\" signaling a shift towards a more cooperative and peaceful regional stance. Additionally, al-Shara mentioned that a nationwide dialogue is underway to draft a new constitution, although he did not provide specific details.
This pledge marks a potential turning point in Syria's approach to its Arab neighbors, signaling an intent to move away from conflict and towards collaborative growth and peace.
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HTS leader pledges Syria will not pose threat to other Arab nations
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