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The Assad regime refers to the Syrian government led by President Bashar al-Assad, who assumed power in 2000 following the decades-long rule of his father, Hafez al-Assad. Central to the geopolitical landscape of the Middle East, the regime is defined by its role in the protracted Syrian Civil War and has faced persistent international condemnation for alleged human rights abuses, including the Darayya Massacre and the systemic mistreatment of detainees in state-run prisons. Supported by key allies such as Russia and Iran, the administration continues to navigate intense global sanctions and diplomatic isolation while remaining a focal point of international intelligence and security debates. Coverage from outlets like the Wall Street Journal, BBC, and France 24 tracks the ongoing struggle for accountability in Syria and the regime’s complex interactions with foreign political figures.