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Assad's exit, in december 2024, resulting from internal unrest, military setbacks, Hezbollah’s recent defeat in its war with Israel, and growing external pressure, enabled Ahmad al-Sharaa, former leader of the Sunni rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), to assume leadership. Sharaa’s rise represents a significant shift in Syria's political landscape, with deep implications for Lebanon, which has been heavily influenced by Syria throughout its history. Under Syria's new leadership, Lebanon faces both opportunities and risks. 

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