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Russia Dismisses Reports of Asma al-Assad Wanting Divorce and Escape, Kremlin Says
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In an unexpected turn of events, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has dismissed recent media reports suggesting that Asma al-Assad, the British-born wife of former Syrian president Bashar al-Assad, was seeking a divorce and attempting to flee to Russia. As reported by Reuters, Peskov denied these claims, stating that they do not align with the truth.
Moreover, Peskov refuted allegations that the Assad couple has been restricted from leaving Moscow or that their assets have been frozen. He maintained that these claims are false and have no basis in reality.
Rumors surfaced over the weekend, with Turkish media outlets reporting that Asma al-Assad had filed for divorce from her husband and intended to relocate to the UK with their children. The reported reason for her dissatisfaction was her discontent with life in exile in Moscow. The reports also indicated that the couple owns 18 apartments in Russia, numerous tons of gold, and a significant sum of money in the millions, all of which were supposedly frozen, contributing to Asma’s frustration.
However, Peskov clarified that the Assads had indeed fled to Russia and were granted residence after opposition forces took control of Damascus. Asma, a British-Syrian dual citizen, was born and raised in London before moving to Syria in 2000 to marry Bashar al-Assad.
In response to the divorce rumors, Peskov’s denial sheds light on what appears to be a misinformation campaign surrounding the personal lives of the former Syrian first family. As theAssad regime’s human rights abuses continue to draw international condemnation, the Kremlin’s comments serve as a reminder thatкти the power dynamics and personal lives of prominent political figures remain a topic of interest and speculation.
