Former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad reportedly fled to Russia with a substantial amount of diamonds, gold, jewelry, and cash, according to Advocate Issa Ibrahim, a former constitutional adviser to the Syrian Negotiation Committee.
International news outlets revealed that Issa Ibrahim described Assad’s departure as a “flight,” accusing him of failing to transfer power to any local, revolutionary, or neutral authority.
In an interview with an Arab TV channel, Ibrahim stated that Assad’s refusal to officially resign stemmed from his arrogance and obstinacy. He further claimed that Assad’s stubbornness and pride were key factors in pushing Syria to the brink of destruction. Ibrahim alleged that Assad wanted to either destroy the nation’s infrastructure or set the country ablaze before relinquishing power
