Hafez Al-Assad
Hafez Al-Assad was a Syrian military officer and politician who served as the President of Syria from 1971 until his death in 2000. He was a key figure in the Ba'ath Party and is known for establishing a one-party state in Syria, characterized by political repression and the consolidation of power. His rule was marked by significant military engagement, including the suppression of uprisings and conflicts, notably the 1982 Hama massacre. Hafez's legacy continues to influence Syrian politics, particularly through his son, Bashar al-Assad, who succeeded him.
Born on Oct 06, 1929 (95 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 1 | 2.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 29,274 | $2,700,000 | 1,164$ |
| Iraq | 1 | 7.00 | 0.15% | +0% | 40,222,493 | 58,548 | $170,000 | 247$ |
| Totals | 2 | 108,108,504 | 87,822 | $2,870,000 | 1,411$ |
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Iraq:
Hafez al-Assad was praised by Jalal Talabani for his wisdom in avoiding direct criticism.
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United Kingdom:
Hafez al-Assad was the president of Syria who brought the Alawites to a position of dominance within the security services and the army.
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Israel:
Hafez al-Assad's image appears on the 1,000 lira note, symbolizing the legacy of the Assad family.
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Israel:
Hafez al-Assad is mentioned in the context of his brutal actions during the Hama massacre.
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Iraq:
The late Syrian President Hafez al-Assad was involved in indirect negotiations with Israel in the 1990s.
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Ireland:
Hafez al-Assad entered into negotiations with North Korea to build a secret nuclear reactor in Syria.
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Ireland:
Hafez al-Assad ruled Syria for over half a century, instilling fear through enforced disappearances and detention.
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Iran:
Hafez al-Assad was the former President of Syria and is the father of Bashar al-Assad.
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Israel:
Hafez al-Assad was the President of Syria who coordinated with Egypt for the attack on Israel during the Yom Kippur War.
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Iraq:
Amr Moussa mentioned Hafez al-Assad in the context of dealing with leaders of different natures.
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