Asma al-Assad, the British-born wife of ousted Syrian ruler Bashar al-Assad, has reportedly been given a 50/50 chance of survival as her acute myeloid leukemia has returned. This rare and aggressive form of blood cancer has left her gravely ill, isolated, and under intensive care in Moscow, where the Assad family sought refuge following the fall of Damascus.
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A Relentless Diagnosis
Asma, 49, was first diagnosed with leukemia in May 2024, marking her second major battle with cancer after overcoming breast cancer in 2019. Reports suggest that her leukemia has returned with alarming severity.
“When leukemia comes back, it’s vicious,” one source stated, emphasizing the unpredictable nature of her condition. Her father, Fawaz Akhras, a prominent cardiologist, is reportedly providing round-the-clock care to his daughter as her health deteriorates.
Escape to Moscow Amid Crisis
The Assad family fled Syria earlier this month, seeking refuge in Moscow ahead of a rebel offensive that led to the collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s regime.
However, their refuge in Moscow has not come without challenges. Reports indicate that the Kremlin has frozen the Assad family’s assets, and Bashar al-Assad’s movements have been heavily restricted. Additionally, the collapse of his regime has reportedly strained his relationship with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who has grown frustrated with Assad’s resistance to political reform and negotiations with opposition forces.
Rumors of Divorce and Treatment Abroad
Amid her medical crisis, rumors have emerged that Asma is considering a divorce from Bashar and exploring treatment options in the UK. However, these claims remain unverified, and Kremlin officials have denied reports of her plans to leave Russia.
Despite her British roots, the UK government has reaffirmed its stance on sanctions against the Assad family. Foreign Secretary David Lammy recently stated, “Asma al-Assad is a sanctioned individual and is not welcome here in the UK.” This position complicates any potential plans for her to seek medical care in her country of birth.
Uncertain Future
As the former first lady confronts her critical illness, her struggle symbolizes the broader uncertainty surrounding the Assad family’s fate.
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