Assad, is reportedly battling leukemia, an aggressive cancer of the bone marrow and blood, and has a 50-50 chance of survival.

Assad, the wife of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, is reportedly fighting leukemia, a serious blood cancer. She is said to have a 50-50 chance of survival. Asma is currently isolated to protect her from infections while undergoing treatment,

Asma Assad, the wife of Syrian President Bashar Assad, is fighting for her life against leukaemia. She is currently undergoing treatment with a 50 per cent chance of survival.