Bashar al-Assad: Quick Facts
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Facts
| Born | September 11, 1965 (age 61) • Damascus • Syria |
|---|---|
| Title / Office | president (2000-2024), Syria |
| Political Affiliation | Baʿath Party |
| Notable Family Members | father Hafez al-Assad |
| Role In | Syrian Civil War |
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