Bassam Abdel Majeed
Former Syrian military officer, diplomat, and Minister of Interior
About Bassam Abdel Majeed
Born 1950. Bassam Abdel Majeed is a diplomat.
Bassam Abdel Majeed (; ; born 1950) is a Syrian military officer, politician and diplomat of Circassian origin.
Early life and education Majeed is of Circassian origin, He attended Syria's Air Force Academy, graduating in 1970. succeeding Ghazi Kanaan. When he was in office, Hezbollah commander Imad Mugniyeh was killed in Damascus in February 2008. Majeed blamed Israel and described the attack as a "terrorist act".
Majeed's term lasted until 23 April 2009 and he was replaced by Said Mohammad Sammour. In October 2009, Majeed was appointed Syria's ambassador to Kuwait.
Personal life Majeed is married, and has two daughters and one son.
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Who is Bassam Abdel Majeed?
former Syrian military officer, diplomat, and Minister of Interior
When was Bassam Abdel Majeed born?
Bassam Abdel Majeed was born in 1950 in Beer Ajam.
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Bassam Abdel Majeed is a diplomat.
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Bassam Abdel Majeed's recorded nationality: Syrian people.
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