Hafis al-Asad
Hafis al-Asad was a Syrian politician and military officer who served as the President of Syria from 1971 until his death in 2000. He was a founding member of the Ba'ath Party and played a pivotal role in shaping modern Syria, establishing a one-party state and implementing numerous political and economic reforms. His regime was characterized by authoritarian rule, with a focus on strengthening the military and suppressing dissent. Al-Asad's legacy continues to influence Syrian politics, particularly through the continued leadership of his son, Bashar al-Asad, who succeeded him.
Born on Oct 06, 1930 (94 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | 1 | 3.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 7,082 | $700,000 | 573$ |
| Totals | 1 | 8,654,622 | 7,082 | $700,000 | 573$ |
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Switzerland:
Hafis al-Asad was the dictator of Syria who controlled Lebanon for nearly two decades.
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Switzerland:
Hafis al-Asad was the former dictator of Syria and the father of Bashar al-Asad.
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