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Abu Muhammad Al-Julani, the leader of HTS, has voiced intentions of ruling with legal frameworks meant to protect various minorities. Historical behavior indicates a previous shift in HTS's approach away from radical Islamism towards a more nationally-focused front aiming to unify various ethnic groups in Syria against Assad.
Despite skepticism regarding Al-Julani's statements, there exists hope that a new governance model may emerge, reducing immediate fears of widespread ethnic cleansing, particularly of Christians in regions like Aleppo. Furthermore, HTS has already shown signs of administrative competence by establishing a manageable governmental structure, including the formation of ministries.