Asma al-Assad

Asma al-Assad is the First Lady of Syria, born on August 11, 1975, in London, England. She is the wife of Bashar al-Assad, the President of Syria. Asma, of Syrian descent, holds a degree in computer science from King’s College London and worked in investment banking before her marriage. She became prominent in public life following her marriage in 2000, often engaging in humanitarian initiatives and social projects. Asma was initially portrayed as a modern and progressive figure, focusing on health and education issues. However, her image has been significantly affected by the ongoing Syrian civil war, which began in 2011, and the associated humanitarian crises. Critics have accused her of being complicit in the regime’s actions during the conflict. Her role and influence as the First Lady continue to be a subject of analysis and discussion in the context of Syrian politics.