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Some rebel factions have claimed to renounce their ties to extremist groups, only to resurface later under different banners, such as the Free Syrian Army (FSA), Army of Islam, or Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS). While some fighters within these groups genuinely aspire to promote freedom and pursue democratic reforms, others partake in violent acts and human rights violations, driven primarily by financial gain or allegiance to foreign interests.