Syrian jihadi group sees wave of defections in Idlib
Schisms within Hayat Tahrir al-Sham are widening as its leader shifts to convey a moderate image and eliminate more radical rival groups.
Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) continues to split with rival jihadi groups, according to the classification of the segments supporting this group.
Mahmoud Adnan Ajaj, a judge working in one of Idlib's civil courts associated with HTS' Salvation Government, announced Dec. 1 his defection.
In justification of his decision, Ajaj argued that the Ministry of Justice “has become a puppet in the hands of HTS.”
