Syria: Prosecuting Assad-era security officials
Summary
The new Syrian government is trying to bring justice for people hurt during Bashar al-Assad's rule, including many who were tortured or killed. A trial is happening in Damascus against Assad and his brother, but they are not in the country and are being tried without being present.Key Facts
- The Syrian government is working to address crimes from Bashar al-Assad’s time as leader.
- Tens of thousands were tortured and hundreds of thousands killed during Assad’s regime.
- A trial is taking place in Damascus for Bashar al-Assad and his brother Maher.
- Assad and his brother are not in Syria and are being tried in their absence.
- Habib Nassar, a lawyer focused on transitional justice, says more long-term reforms are needed.
- Transitional justice means changes that help countries heal and rebuild after conflicts or abuses.
- The article is part of a series about ongoing issues in the Middle East.
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