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 | 2 | 2.50 | 0.05% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 36,254 | $2,700,000 | 1,442$ |
| Ukraine | 1 | 2.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 43,733,762 | 15,921 | $155,000 | 56$ |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | 1 | 1.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 3,280,815 | 1,301 | $19,000 | 8$ |
| Iran | 1 | 5.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 83,992,949 | 27,440 | $610,000 | 199$ |
| Israel | 1 | 2.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 9,216,900 | 4,352 | $400,000 | 189$ |
| Egypt | 1 | 5.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 102,334,404 | 26,518 | $303,000 | 79$ |
| Portugal | 1 | 1.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 10,196,709 | 5,928 | $240,000 | 140$ |
| Pakistan | 1 | 2.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 220,892,331 | 70,505 | $280,000 | 89$ |
| Tanzania | 1 | 2.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 59,734,213 | 39,903 | $63,000 | 42$ |
| Totals | 10 | 601,268,094 | 228,122 | $4,770,000 | 2,244$ |
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Portugal:
Hafez al-Assad ordered a massacre in Hama in 1982 to suppress a revolt.
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Tanzania:
Hafez, who preceded him as president and died in 2000, has long been accused by rights groups of widespread extrajudicial killings.
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Pakistan:
Hafez, who preceded him as president and died in 2000, has long been accused by rights groups of widespread extrajudicial killings.
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United Kingdom:
Hafez al-Assad ruled Syria for more than 50 years before his death.
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Israel:
Hafez al-Assad was the former president of Syria known for his repressive regime.
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Egypt:
Hafez al-Assad is mentioned as Asma al-Assad's son who revealed her new account.
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United Kingdom:
Hafez al-Assad was the president of Syria until his death in 2000.
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Ukraine:
Hafez al-Assad was the president of Syria from 1971 to 2000, during which periods of repression were noted.
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Iran:
Hafez al-Assad, the son of Bashar al-Assad, took a selfie while walking in Moscow.
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Bosnia and Herzegovina:
Hafez al-Assad commanded the military during the massacre in Hama in 1982.
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