Topic: Presidential Palace

NBC News correspondent Richard Engel provided a televised tour of Bashar al-Assad's presidential palace in Damascus following the dictator's flight to Russia. The report showcased the "inner sanctum" of the residence, featuring heavy bulletproof doors, a private library, and a personal barber chair. While the interim government claims Syria is broke, the palace's luxury—including a jacuzzi and high-end security—stands in stark contrast to the country's economic state, with reports suggesting Assad fled with billions in assets.

CBS News reporter Holly Williams describes Erdogan's new 1,000-room presidential palace as a symbol of his imperial ambitions. The architecture and the presence of guards in traditional Ottoman-era garb suggest a desire to be a "modern-day sultan." The mass purge of political enemies continues to divide the NATO ally.