Bashir al-Assad, the ousted president of Syria, has finally broken his silence more than a week after fleeing the country. In a written statement posted on social media, Assad denies that he had planned to abandon Syria as rebel forces closed in on Damascus. He claims that he initially moved to a Russian base in western Syria to continue fighting, but Russia evacuated him after the base came under attack.
Assad also took the opportunity to denounce Syria’s new leaders as terrorists. This statement comes amidst ongoing conflict and political upheaval in Syria, with various factions vying for power in the war-torn country.
In response to Assad’s claims, Fawaz Gerges from the London School of Economics provided analysis on the situation. Meanwhile, DW Correspondent Aya Ibrahim shared insights into the implications of Assad’s statement.
The news of Assad’s statement comes at a crucial time as Syria continues to navigate through a complex political landscape. With conflicting narratives and ongoing violence, it remains to be seen how Assad’s words will impact the future of the country.
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