Rifaat was subsequently exiled when Hafez 's health recovered .
His first choice was his brother Rifaat , but Rifaat attempted to seize power in 1983 -- 84 when Hafez 's health was in doubt .
Rifaat was subsequently exiled when Hafez 's health recovered .
His first choice was his brother Rifaat , but Rifaat attempted to seize power in 1983 -- 84 when Hafez 's health was in doubt .