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Dutch court sentences Syrian for al-Assad torture crimes

Published Monday, June 15, 2026 · Updated June 16

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  • Focus on Accountability for Syrian Crimes — 1 source

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A Dutch court in The Hague has sentenced a Syrian man to 26 years in prison for crimes against humanity. The conviction relates to his involvement in torture while working for the regime of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad.

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  • A Dutch court has sentenced a Syrian man to 26 years in prison for crimes against humanity committed during his time working for the regime of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad.

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Focus on Accountability for Syrian Crimes
  • Al Jazeera English

    Al Jazeera English highlights the ongoing international legal efforts in Europe to prosecute individuals for human rights abuses committed during the Syrian civil war, emphasizing accountability for the former al-Assad regime.

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