Bashar al-Assad’s Life and Presidency: 10 Key Facts About Syria’s Controversial Leader

8. Sanctions and International Isolation
Assad’s regime has faced severe sanctions from the United States, European Union, and other Western nations. These measures targeted Syrian officials, restricted trade, and isolated the regime internationally.
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