Assad, Russia

No Evidence Bashar al-Assad Was 'Poisoned' in 'Assassination Bid'
The Telegram account General SVR is popular with British tabloids but has a less-than-perfect track record for truth.
Has Assad Been Poisoned in Russia? What We Know
A Russian Telegram channel has claimed that Bashar al Assad may have been poisoned, sparking online speculation about the fate of the Syrian dictator after he fled to Moscow following his downfall.
Bashar al-Assad poisoned in Russia? Syria's ousted president's test results show ‘exposure to poisonous substance’
Assad, removed from power by rebels, has been under the protection of Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow since December 8 last year.
Report alleges attempted poisoning of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad in Russia
A controversial report claims that former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, who sought political asylum in Russia, was the target of a poisoning attempt, with his health now reportedly stabilizing.
Where is Assad? Russia solves the mystery of the Syrian dictator’s escape
As many in Syria celebrated the end of the long rule of Bashar al-Assad, rumors swirled about his whereabouts. After a day of intrigue, the mystery was solved when Russian state media announced he had landed in Moscow.
Exiled Syrian tyrant Bashar al-Assad ‘poisoned’ in ‘assassination bid’ after warning
It has now been claimed by online account General SVR that the 59-year-old was taken ill on Sunday (December 29), with it being claimed he began to “cough violently and choke” after summoning medial a
Syrian ex-president Assad poisoned in Moscow apartment
Deposed Syrian President Bashar al-Assad was reportedly poisoned in his apartment in Moscow. A Russian channel on Telegram conveyed this information. According to media reports, former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad suddenly fell ill on Sunday in his Moscow apartment.
Bashar al-Assad Reportedly Poisoned During Exile in Russia
Assad’s rule over Syria is a stark example. He began his presidency in 2000 following his father’s three-decade presidency, In the beginning he was seen as a modernizing figure, but Assad’s leadership quickly became synonymous with authoritarianism,
Syrian ex-leader Assad survives poisoning in Moscow asylum
Deposed Syrian President Bashar al-Assad was reportedly poisoned in his flat in Moscow. A Russian channel on Telegram conveyed this information. According to the media, former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad suddenly fell ill on Sunday in his Moscow flat.
Bashar Al-Assad Poisoned In Russia? Reports Of Ousted Syrian President's Strained Relationship With Putin Surfaced
Recent media reports suggest that former Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad was the target of a suspected poisoning attempt on ...
How Assad’s fall has damaged Russia’s ambitions in Africa
Samuel Ramani, an associate fellow at the RUSI think tank and the author of the book Russia in Africa, described the collapse ...
Russia breaks silence to defend Putin's pal Assad amid swirling divorce rumours
The Kremlin has been forced to issue an embarrassing denial of allegations the former Syrian dictator's wife was leaving him.
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Assad releases first statement since fleeing to Russia, claims he never considered 'seeking refuge'
In a post on the official Facebook page of the Syrian presidency, Assad said he was releasing the statement to address ...
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Assad makes first public statement after Syria ouster. What happens next for him and his wealth?
Toppled Syrian leader Bashar Assad has released what appeared to be his first public statement since his regime was ousted by rebel forces and he fled with his family to Russia more than a week ...
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Ukraine Courts Syria With an Eye Toward Expelling Russia From Kremlin’s Only Mediterranean Redoubts
As Russia clings to its only bases in the Mediterranean — they’re on the coast of Syria — Ukraine is moving aggressively to ...
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Russia plans to redeploy some arms, equipment from Syria to Libya, Ukraine's intel claims
According to the agency, Russian large landing ships Ivan Gren and Aleksandr Otrakovsky, as well as the dry cargo ship Sparta ...