Ahmed al-Sharaa, the current president of Syria since January 2025, rose to power following the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime. His leadership marks a major shift in Syria’s internal power dynamics and its regional alliances. From an Israeli strategic and security perspective, al-Sharaa’s ties to former Islamist factions, his positions on regional conflicts, and his stance toward Israel demand close attention. This profile analyzes his impact on Israeli defense policy, regional stability, and potential threats emerging from the evolving Syrian political landscape.