Bachar el Asad
Bachar el Asad is the President of Syria, having held the position since July 2000 following the death of his father, Hafez al-Assad. He is a controversial figure, especially due to his role in the Syrian Civil War, which began in 2011, leading to widespread conflict and humanitarian crises. Asad's government has been accused of numerous human rights violations, including the use of chemical weapons against civilians. Despite international condemnation, he has maintained power with the support of allies such as Russia and Iran, and he continues to navigate the complex political landscape of the Middle East.
Born on Sep 11, 1965 (59 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Spain | 3 | 2.67 | 0.11% | +0% | 46,754,778 | 50,491 | $1,400,000 | 1,512$ |
| Totals | 3 | 46,754,778 | 50,491 | $1,400,000 | 1,512$ |
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Spain:
Bachar el Asad is the former President of Syria whose regime has been weakened, allowing Israeli troops to penetrate the region.
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Spain:
Bachar el Asad is the current president of Syria, succeeding his father Háfez el Asad.
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Spain:
Bachar el Asad is mentioned in the context of the civil war in Syria and the Israeli bombings aimed at weakening his regime.
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