Sure - why not?
Because Assad is a CAUSE of suffering. He is a terrorist that spends millions trying to kill maim and destroy those he counts as enemies (even though the majority of the ones killed are usually considered innocents in a time of war). He wants the destruction of God's people, Israel. He doesn't allow full freedom in his country. And he is a tool of Satan. Need anything else, or can I just assume that when the time comes you will jump in line to take the mark of the beast because, Gee, that guy just wants to alleviate everyone's suffering.