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 (96 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Iraq | 1 | 5.00 | 0.17% | +0% | 40,222,493 | 66,815 | $170,000 | 282$ |
| Totals | 1 | 40,222,493 | 66,815 | $170,000 | 282$ |
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Iraq:
Hafez al-Assad is referred to as the father of Bashar al-Assad and a significant figure in Syrian politics.
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Liechtenstein:
Hafez al-Assad is the son of Bashar al-Assad who shared details about the family's escape on social media.
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Ukraine:
Hafez al-Assad is the former president of Syria and the father of Bashar and Maher al-Assad.
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Bangladesh:
Hafez al-Assad was once being prepared as a potential successor to Bashar.
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Croatia:
Hafez al-Assad, Bashar's son, has withdrawn from public life after a controversial video statement.
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Belarus:
Hafez al-Assad is Bashar's son who has closed most of his social media accounts after a controversial video.
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Italy:
Hafez al-Assad was the father of Bashar al-Assad and the former president of Syria.
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Israel:
Hafez al-Assad, Bashar's son, has been out of the public eye since he posted a video about the family's escape from Damascus.
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United Kingdom:
Hafez al-Assad, once groomed as Bashar's potential successor, has largely withdrawn from public view since the regime's collapse.
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Brazil:
Hafez al-Assad is the father of Bashar al-Assad and was a significant figure in Syria's alignment with the Soviet Union.
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