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Assad’s Inner Circle Flees Syria Amid Regime Collapse

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By Web Desk Published December 22, 2024 3 Min Read
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In the aftermath of President Bashar al-Assad’s ousting, his closest allies fled Syria, creating a chaotic scramble for refuge. Assad himself escaped to Russia on December 8, leaving from the Russian military airfield in Hmeimim, flanked by only a few loyalists. His departure left many of his former collaborators to seek asylum in neighbouring countries.

Among those who fled with Assad were Mansour Azzam, the secretary-general of presidential affairs, and Yassar Ibrahim, Assad’s economic adviser. An insider described the escape, noting, “He left with his secretary and his treasurer,” highlighting the sudden nature of their departure.

Assad’s brother, Maher al-Assad, unaware of the plans, separately fled to Iraq and then to Russia. Maher’s family initially moved to Lebanon before flying out of Beirut, as confirmed by Lebanese Interior Minister Bassam Mawlawi.

Ali Mamlouk, former chief of Syria’s security apparatus, also sought refuge in Russia, travelling through Iraq. His and other high-profile flights underscore the widespread fear and uncertainty among Assad’s former ranks.

While Assad's government has long positioned itself as a 'resistance' leader in the Arab world, 'classified' documents expose that the regime was sharing intelligence with Israel and even facilitating military operations against Iranian militiashttps://t.co/R6CkvpPopO

— The New Arab (@The_NewArab) December 12, 2024

Maher al-Assad, Ali Mamlouk, and other regime officials are sought internationally due to their involvement in alleged war crimes, notably the 2013 chemical attacks in Syria. French courts have convicted several individuals in absentia, highlighting the grave nature of the charges against them.

The situation grew more desperate as other regime associates made hurried exits. Bouthaina Shaaban, Assad’s long-time adviser, fled to Abu Dhabi via Lebanon. Meanwhile, Kifah Mujahid, leader of the Baath Brigades, escaped to Lebanon by boat.

Read: Bashar al-Assad Granted Asylum in Moscow Following Rebel Takeover

Although there were successful escapes, not every attempt ended well. Ihab Makhlouf, a prominent businessman and cousin of Assad, lost his life while trying to escape from Damascus. His brother was also wounded in this incident.

The disarray within Assad’s inner circle has drawn attention to the broader implications of his regime’s fall. Many of Assad’s associates have taken refuge in traditionally Alawite regions or other countries like Lebanon and the UAE.

A former Lebanese minister claims that numerous high-ranking Syrian military officials received safe passage to the Hmeimim airbase from the Russians, allegedly as a reward for reducing opposition to the rebel advance.

This upheaval marks a significant shift in Syria’s political landscape, with key figures from Assad’s government seeking safety while facing severe allegations and international legal challenges.

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