Why Many Syrians Feel Assad's Death Sentence Isn't Enough
Victims and rights groups say the in-absentia verdict is only a first step, as Syria documents 234,805 civilian deaths and thousands of disappearances.
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Why many Syrians feel Assad's death sentence isn't enough
In July, a Syrian court sentenced former dictator Bashar Assad to death for crimes against his own people. But after 14 years of civil war, many survivors are demanding more when it comes to transitional justice.
Performative Vs. Transitional Justice: Prioritizing Community Needs In Bashar Al-Assad’s Verdict
The Syrian court sentenced former president Bashar al-Assad to death on Tuesday, August 11, for ordering killings, torture, and arbitrary arrest during over a decade of civil war. Since his overthrow in December 2024, this is the first time al-Assad was found guilty. Additionally, al-Assad’s brother, Maher, and the former security official Atef Najib have […]
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