Inside the lair of Assad’s 'drug lord' brother
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Secrets of the Assad Regime
This chapter investigates a hidden underground network linked to Maha al-Assad, featuring an elaborate tunnel system with luxurious amenities and an escape route overlooking a military base. It contrasts the celebratory mood of the Syrian populace following the Assad regime's collapse with the dark legacy of oppression and human rights abuses. Through vivid narratives and personal encounters, the chapter reveals the tension between hope and despair amid the tumultuous aftermath of the civil war.
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