The Jihadist

The Jihadist

55 mins | Documentary | June 1, 2021

Over most of two decades, Abu Mohammad al-Jolani’s life has been a roadmap of Islamist militancy in Iraq and Syria. Designated a terrorist by the United States, the powerful Syrian militant now seeks a new relationship with the West.

The Jihadist

55 mins | Documentary | June 1, 2021

The Jihadist
Over most of two decades, Abu Mohammad al-Jolani’s life has been a roadmap of Islamist militancy in Iraq and Syria. Designated a terrorist by the United States, the powerful Syrian militant now seeks a new relationship with the West.
Producers WGBH Boston, Frontline, RAINmedia
Original title The Jihadist
Directors Marcela Gaviria, Martin Smith
Writers Marcela Gaviria, Martin Smith