Syrian rights commission prepares war crimes case against Fadi Saqr

9 articles · Updated · The Guardian · Apr 30

The commission, led by deputy chair Zahra al-Barazi, is working with Tadamon massacre victims and organizations to build the case, following the recent arrest of Amjad Youssef.
Saqr, former National Defence Forces commander, is accused of orchestrating mass killings and disappearances in Damascus, with new video evidence linking him to atrocities after June 2013.
The move marks a significant step in Syria’s transitional justice process after Assad’s ouster, raising hopes among survivors and reflecting growing public pressure for accountability for war crimes.

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