ALBAWABA - Arab media sources are circulating claims that President Bashar al-Assad of Syria is entertaining the idea of reshaping the nation's governance into a parliamentary monarchy.
A London-based Arabic newspaper has brought this to light, asserting that Assad harbors aspirations of becoming a king.
The London-based Arabic publication, Elaph, has put forth the notion that Syria could be steered under a parliamentary monarchy.
The newspaper alleges that President Bashar al-Assad's primary goal is to ensure the safety of his family while paving the way for a seamless transition of power to his son. Assad, aged 58, has two sons and one daughter.
The report additionally highlights the involvement of his wife, Esma, and his brother, Mahir Assad, who hold significant responsibilities within the country's leadership, beyond his immediate family.
It is noteworthy that Osman el Ömer, the newspaper's manager making these assertions, has close ties to Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. This connection adds a layer of intrigue to his social media posts concerning this news.
