Basil al-Assad
Basil al-Assad was the older brother of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and was considered the heir apparent to the presidency until his untimely death in a car accident in 1994. He was a significant figure in Syria's military and political landscape, known for his ambitious and charismatic personality. Basil was involved in various military operations and was seen as a key player in the regime's efforts to maintain control over the country. His death led to Bashar al-Assad being groomed for leadership, ultimately leading to his ascension to the presidency in 2000.
Born on Jan 30, 1962 (64 years old)
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He had trained as an ophthalmologist in London and was not initially supposed to be president, but became the heir after his brother, Basil, died in a car accident.
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