RUSSIA (Bee News Daily) — Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and his family have fled to Moscow, where they were granted asylum by Russia. This development follows a major rebel advance that resulted in the capture of Damascus, effectively ending Assad’s control over Syria. Russian authorities cited humanitarian grounds for granting asylum, and they have called for an emergency UN Security Council meeting to address the rapidly changing situation in Syria.
Bashar al-Assad’s ability to live in Russia after his presidency hinges on his asylum status and Russia’s strategic interests. As an ally during Syria’s civil war, Russia may view hosting Assad as a continuation of their geopolitical influence. His relationship with Vladimir Putin is likely pragmatic; both leaders have worked closely during the conflict.
Potential conflicts could arise if Assad attempts to engage in Syrian politics from exile or diverges from Russian policies. However, Putin’s dominance in Russian politics would likely limit such disputes.
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