Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's wife, Asma al-Assad, has been diagnosed with leukemia, according to an announcement from the presidential palace. The UK news agency Reuters reported this information on Tuesday (May 22).

The statement from the Syrian President's office detailed that First Lady Asma al-Assad has been diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia. As part of her treatment regimen, she will undergo special medical procedures and maintain social distancing to avoid infections.

Leukemia is a type of blood cancer that affects white blood cells, typically originating in the bone marrow and leading to the production of abnormal blood cells. This diagnosis comes after Asma al-Assad's previous health battle in 2019, when she successfully overcame breast cancer.

The news has garnered widespread attention and concern, as the First Lady prepares to face another significant health challenge.