Al-Assad regime

The Al-Assad regime refers to the government led by the Assad family in Syria, with Bashar al-Assad as the current president. Since 2000, the regime has maintained power through centralized control, political repression, and a complex security apparatus. The government claims to stabilize Syria, but it has faced widespread opposition, especially after protests in 2011 evolved into a brutal civil war. The Assad regime has been accused of human rights violations, including violence against civilians and use of chemical weapons. Its rule is characterized by authoritarian governance, reliance on military and elite support, and ongoing conflict with various internal and external actors.