Baghdadi emerged as ISIS leader from "summary" of Black Flags by Joby Warrick
Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, a man whose name was unknown to most of the world, suddenly emerged from the shadows in the summer of 2014 as the leader of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS). His rise to power was as sudden as it was unexpected, catching intelligence agencies off guard and leaving world leaders scrambling to understand the enigmatic figure who now controlled one of the most dangerous terrorist organizations on the planet. Baghdadi's ascension to the top of ISIS was the culmination of years of careful planning and manipulation within the ranks of the group. He exploited the chaos of the Syrian civil war and the power vacuum left by the withdrawal of U. S. forces from Iraq to establish himself as the new face of global jihad. His ruthless tactics and strategic acumen won him the loyalty of thousands of fighters, as well as the fear and respect of his enemies. Despite his newfound prominence, Baghdadi remained a shadowy figure, shunning the spotlight and rarely appearing in public. His true identity was shrouded in mystery, with conflicting reports about his background and upbringing adding to ...
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