Hafez al Asad
Hafez al Asad was a Syrian politician and military leader who served as the President of Syria from 1971 until his death in 2000. He was a member of the Ba'ath Party and played a crucial role in shaping the modern Syrian state through his authoritarian rule. His tenure was marked by a focus on secularism, nationalism, and a strong central government, but also by brutal repression of dissent, including a notorious crackdown on the Muslim Brotherhood in the late 1970s and early 1980s. His policies and the cult of personality surrounding him established a legacy that continues to influence Syrian politics, particularly through his son Bashar al Asad, who succeeded him as president.
Born on Oct 06, 1930 (95 years old)
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Dominican Republic:
Hafez al Asad, Bashar's father, did not have the privilege of visiting the White House during his rule.
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Switzerland:
Hafez al-Asad was the former president of Syria whose decisions were followed by the parliament members without question.
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Switzerland:
Hafez al-Asad, the father of Bashar al-Asad, initiated the dictatorship in Syria.
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Spain:
Hafez al Asad, the father of Bachar al Asad, ruled Syria for decades alongside his son.
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Venezuela:
Hafez al-Asad was the father of Bachar al-Asad and ruled Syria for over three decades.
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Spain:
Hafez al Asad is the father of Bashar al Asad and was the previous president of Syria.
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