Najat Rochdi Urges Justice to Prevent Recurrence of Torture Crimes in Syria - Syriac Press

Najat Rochdi urges justice to prevent recurrence of torture crimes in Syria - Syriac Press

NEW YORK — On the occasion of the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, Najat Rochdi, Deputy Special Envoy of the UN Secretary-General for Syria, called for justice and uncovering the truth to ensure that torture crimes in Syria are never repeated. In her remarks before the United Nations, Rochdi expressed solidarity with all Syrians who have endured such violations, emphasizing that their courage demands a future in which dignity …

Legacy of Pain: Syria Confronts Assad Era Systemic Torture

On the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, the UN reiterated its support for Syrians who endured systemic abuse under the now-deposed Assad regime. Najat Rochdi, the UN Deputy Special Envoy for Syria, underscored the need for justice, stating that “torture was systematic, widespread, and a crime against humanity in Syria.” In a […]