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Ahmed al-Sharaa

Acting
43 years oldRiyadh, Saudi Arabia

Biography

Born on October 29, 1982, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Ahmed Hussein al-Sharaa (Arabic: أحمد حسين الشرع) is a Syrian politician and former military commander who currently serves as the President of Syria (assuming office in January 2025). He gained international prominence as the leader of the offensive that toppled the 54-year rule of the Assad dynasty in December 2024.

Personal Details

Born
October 29, 1982
Gender
Male
Place of Birth
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Known For
Acting

Also Known As

Ahmed Hussein al-Shar’a
أحمد حسين الشرع‎
أبو محمد الجولاني‎
Abu Mohammad al-Jolani