Bashar al-Asad
Bashar al-Asad is a Syrian politician who has served as the President of Syria since July 17, 2000. His presidency has been marked by a brutal civil war that began in 2011, leading to widespread human rights abuses and international condemnation. His government's use of military force against opposition groups and civilians has resulted in significant loss of life and massive displacement of people within and outside Syria.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | 9 | 2.78 | 0.63% | +40% | 8,654,622 | 76,471 | $700,000 | 6,185$ |
| Costa Rica | 2 | 2.50 | 0.12% | +10% | 5,094,118 | 6,905 | $62,000 | 84$ |
| Colombia | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 50,882,884 | 21,370 | $350,000 | 147$ |
| Venezuela | 1 | 4.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 28,435,943 | 17,986 | $48,000 | 30$ |
| Ecuador | 1 | 4.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 17,643,060 | 7,595 | $108,000 | 46$ |
| Totals | 14 | 110,710,627 | 130,327 | $1,268,000 | 6,492$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Switzerland:
Bashar al-Asad is the Syrian dictator whose regime has recently collapsed, impacting Iran's foreign policy.
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Switzerland:
Bashar al-Asad ruled Syria with an iron fist from the presidential palace in Damascus.
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Costa Rica:
Bashar al Asad was overthrown and forced to flee to Russia after a rapid offensive by several rebel factions.
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Costa Rica:
Bashar al Asad is the regime leader whose fall prompted the dissolution of Hurras al Din.
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Switzerland:
Bashar al-Asad is the Syrian President with whom Erdogan sought to negotiate despite previous tensions.
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Switzerland:
Bashar al-Asad is mentioned as a long-time ally of Russia whose resources have been withdrawn following his overthrow.
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Switzerland:
Bashar al-Asad is the Syrian dictator whom Elon Musk criticized in a tweet.
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Ecuador:
Bashar al Asad is the President of Syria mentioned in the context of Russia's allies in the region.
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Venezuela:
Al Asad is the President of Syria mentioned in the context of Russia's allies.
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Colombia:
Al Asad is mentioned as an ally of Russia in the region.
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