Hafez Al-Assad

News and updates about Hafez Al-Assad

Body of former Syrian President reportedly dug up

Footage shows what appears to be the mausoleum of Hafez al-Assad with a hole in the center where the grave marker once stood. It is unknown what befell the former leader's remains.

US imposes sanctions on Assad's son

Bashar Al Assad's eldest son among 14 Syrian officials placed under sanctions by the US government Wednesday.

ISIS Blows Up Assad Massacre Prison

In ancient city of Palmyra prison symbolizing brutality of Assad regime demolished; jail was site of massacre, held political prisoners.

Syria Amassed Chemical Stockpile with Western Help

Leaked cables: The Assads amassed their chemical weapons with help not only from Russia and Iran, but also from the West.

Analysis: America's Mideast Allies Arming Jihadists in Syria?

American news outlets report that weapons shipments to Syrian rebels are going to radical Islamists instead of their intended recipients.

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