Press Release from the Office of the President of the Russian Federation

The Russian Federation extends its condolences for the loss of the great leader and ally Bashar Al-Assad. This is a great blow to freedom and stability in the region. The Russian Federation hopes for a peaceful transition of power in Ba’ath Party, and urges the continued fight against the Western Imperialist backed rebels in the country. Vladimir Putin has made preparations to attend the funeral of Assad, who has been a long-time personal friend of the President.