Nureddin al-Atassi

ModernPoliticianSyria1929 — ?

Syrian president and Baath secretary-general.

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Quick Facts

Born

1929

Country

Syria

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)29

Influence (20%)47

Legacy (20%)38

Leadership (15%)48

Strategy (15%)41

Total Score41.9

Nureddin al-Atassi — Complete Timeline

1970 AD

Became President of SyriaPolitical Action◆ Major

Nureddin al-Atassi became President of Syria after the 1970 coup that brought Hafez al-Assad to power. However, he was a figurehead, with real power held by Assad as Defense Minister.

PresidencyAssad Era

Impact: national

Removed from Power by AssadPolitical Action◆ Major

Nureddin al-Atassi was removed from the presidency and imprisoned by Hafez al-Assad, who consolidated power after the Corrective Movement. Atassi spent years in detention, effectively ending his political role.

CoupImprisonmentAssad

Impact: nationaldestructive