Dutch Court Sentences Syrian to 26 Years for Torture Under Assad Regime

A Dutch court has sentenced a Syrian man to 26 years in prison for his role in torturing individuals on behalf of the al-Assad regime. The ruling marks a significant legal action against alleged war crimes committed during the Syrian conflict.

15 Jun, 19:36 — 15 Jun, 19:36

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Al JazeeraMostly Factual74d ago

Dutch court sentences Syrian to 26 years for torturing for al-Assad

The sentence is the latest in a series of European cases against Syrians since Bashar al-Assad was overthrown in 2024.

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Syrische handlanger Assad krijgt 26 jaar cel van Nederlandse rechter

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Dutch Court Sentences Syrian to 26 Years for Torture Under Assad Regime

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Dutch court sentences Syrian to 26 years for torturing for al-Assad

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Syrische handlanger Assad krijgt 26 jaar cel van Nederlandse rechter

Dutch court sentences Syrian to 26 years for torturing for al-Assad

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