Bashar al-Assad’s Escapes to Moscow, Russian Source Reveals
Bashar al-Assad’s Escapes to Moscow, Russian Source Reveals
DAMASCUS, SYRIA (North Press) – A source within the Kremlin revealed on Sunday evening that Bashar al-Assad, the former president of Syria, along with his family, has arrived in Moscow, following his ousting from power after intense clashes with opposition forces.
On the same day, it was announced that the Assad regime had collapsed, with the Syrian opposition coalition, including Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) and its allies, seizing control of the government in Syria after 12 days of heavy fighting against the remnants of Assad’s military.
According to the Russian news agency TASS, Russia granted asylum to Assad and his family. A Kremlin source told TASS, “Former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and his family arrived in Moscow, where they have been granted asylum on humanitarian grounds.”
The Kremlin has repeatedly emphasized its support for a political solution to the Syrian crisis, calling for renewed negotiations under the auspices of the United Nations. The source further stated that Russian officials have maintained contact with representatives of the Syrian armed opposition, highlighting the ongoing security arrangements for Russian military bases and diplomatic missions in Syria.
Bashar al-Assad’s escape to Moscow marks a significant turning point in the Syrian conflict, as it signals the end of his 12-year rule over Syria, which was defined by brutal crackdowns on dissent and widespread human rights abuses. The Kremlin has been one of Assad’s strongest allies, providing crucial military support that enabled the Syrian regime to regain much of its territory during the civil war.
The fall of Assad’s regime has sent shockwaves throughout the region, raising questions about the future of Syria and the wider geopolitical implications. Russia’s role remains central, as the country has invested heavily in supporting Assad’s regime, both diplomatically and militarily.
The timing of Assad’s flight to Moscow also aligns with a broader shift in the region, with regional actors increasingly calling for a peaceful transition in Syria. Despite Russia’s continued backing of the Syrian regime, the changing dynamics in Syria and the larger Middle East could alter Moscow’s approach to the crisis moving forward.
The situation in Syria remains fluid, with various factions jockeying for power and influence as the country faces a new chapter in its long and bloody civil war. As for Assad, his escape to Russia raises further questions about his future, and whether he will continue to play a role in Syria’s political future.
Editing by Kardo Roj
DAMASCUS, SYRIA (North Press) – A source within the Kremlin revealed on Sunday evening that Bashar al-Assad, the former president of Syria, along with his family, has arrived in Moscow, following his ousting from power after intense clashes with opposition forces.
On the same day, it was announced that the Assad regime had collapsed, with the Syrian opposition coalition, including Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) and its allies, seizing control of the government in Syria after 12 days of heavy fighting against the remnants of Assad’s military.
According to the Russian news agency TASS, Russia granted asylum to Assad and his family. A Kremlin source told TASS, “Former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and his family arrived in Moscow, where they have been granted asylum on humanitarian grounds.”
The Kremlin has repeatedly emphasized its support for a political solution to the Syrian crisis, calling for renewed negotiations under the auspices of the United Nations. The source further stated that Russian officials have maintained contact with representatives of the Syrian armed opposition, highlighting the ongoing security arrangements for Russian military bases and diplomatic missions in Syria.
Bashar al-Assad’s escape to Moscow marks a significant turning point in the Syrian conflict, as it signals the end of his 12-year rule over Syria, which was defined by brutal crackdowns on dissent and widespread human rights abuses. The Kremlin has been one of Assad’s strongest allies, providing crucial military support that enabled the Syrian regime to regain much of its territory during the civil war.
The fall of Assad’s regime has sent shockwaves throughout the region, raising questions about the future of Syria and the wider geopolitical implications. Russia’s role remains central, as the country has invested heavily in supporting Assad’s regime, both diplomatically and militarily.
The timing of Assad’s flight to Moscow also aligns with a broader shift in the region, with regional actors increasingly calling for a peaceful transition in Syria. Despite Russia’s continued backing of the Syrian regime, the changing dynamics in Syria and the larger Middle East could alter Moscow’s approach to the crisis moving forward.
The situation in Syria remains fluid, with various factions jockeying for power and influence as the country faces a new chapter in its long and bloody civil war. As for Assad, his escape to Russia raises further questions about his future, and whether he will continue to play a role in Syria’s political future.