For decades, statues of Hafez al-Assad symbolized power and repression. Today, they fall as Syrians reclaim public spaces ...
A colossal statue of Hafez al-Assad was once a powerful symbol of Syria’s ruling regime, looming over the Damascus-Aleppo highway. Now, like that regime, it is toppled, and Syrians have been visiting ...
Supporters of the Assad regime rallied around the slogan "Assad forever." But we have now seen what happens the day after ...
The largest statue of Hafez Assad, overlooking the Qalamoun Region in Syria, has been demolished by rebels. (AP video by Ghaith Alsayed) Carrie Underwood performs acapella after technical glitch ...
Rif Dimashq Governorate, Syria - January 14, 2025 The huge toppled statue of former Syrian President Hafez al-Assad in the Damascus countryside town of Deir Atiyam in Qalamoun remains a symbol of ...
“Stars in Broad Daylight,” with a domineering character who strongly resembles Hafez al-Assad, had one official showing in Damascus. Now it’s been restored. By Ben Kenigsberg On the phone ...
Before the rebels arrived, the residents dismantled a statue of Assad's father Hafez al-Assad. Following the discussion, the Alawite notables signed a statement of support. The document was viewed ...