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Jun 1, 2025 28 min

BBC - a Jihadi on a Charm Offensive (2023)

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The Syrian militant leader wanted by the West, but who wants to be its friend. With a bounty on his head, Abu Mohammed al-Jawlani spins his propaganda machine in the rebel stronghold of Idlib, wearing Western suits and taking selfies with the locals. What's behind his transformation? Producers: Anne Dixey, Kriszta Satori Presenter: Krassi Twigg Editor: Judy King Original music: Pete Cunningham Sound engineer: Alan Leer As always, edited by Ian Anderson (@starsalwayslost), with special thanks / credit to Sina Rahmani + The East is a Podcast. Our Twitter presence is @AntiImpArchive, and if you would like to reach out directly we have an email address at: [email protected]

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