Bashar Asad
Bashar Asad is the current President of Syria, having taken office in July 2000 after succeeding his father, Hafez Asad. His leadership has been marked by significant controversy, particularly due to the ongoing civil war in Syria that began in 2011, which has resulted in widespread humanitarian crises and international condemnation. Asad's regime has been accused of numerous human rights violations, including the use of chemical weapons against civilians. Recently, discussions have emerged regarding the redesign of Syrian banknotes to remove his portrait amidst shifting partnerships with countries like Germany and the UAE for currency production, signaling a potential change in the political landscape of Syria.
Born on Sep 11, 1965 (59 years old)
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Uzbekistan:
Bashar Asad remains under existing sanctions despite the lifting of some restrictions on Syria.
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Uzbekistan:
Bashar Asad's regime was overthrown by rebels last year, leading to the first suicide attack in Damascus involving a suicide bomber.
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Uzbekistan:
Bashar Asad is the former president of Syria whose regime is still subject to sanctions.
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Uzbekistan:
Syria's new government plans to change the design of the Syrian pound by removing the portrait of former president Bashar Asad.
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