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The Interview

The Interview with President Bashar al Assad

Duration: 28 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC World Service OnlineLatest broadcast: on BBC World Service Online

In an exclusive interview with the BBC, President of Syria, Bashar al Assad talks to Jeremy Bowen in Damascus. He says he’s a patriot, defending his country, his enemies say his desire to stay in power has caused the catastrophe that has engulfed Syria in the last four years. Show less

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