Is Assad a dictator like Saddam was?

Answer 1

Very similar, actually. He is a dictator, a right-wing authoritarian who is wont to killing his own citizenry and mass murdering his political enemies. He is also a secular leader like Saddam was, meaning that, in as much as he is Muslim, he has not installed an Islamic government and does not bow to the caliphate.

Answer 2

Yes but not as bad

Answer 3

yes which is why killing him would be a mistaker to maker