Syrian court sentences Bashar al-Assad to death in absentia for war crimes
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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Bashar al-Assad category. Published on August 11, 2026 • Originally reported by William Christou in Beirut. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
Verdict relates to atrocities committed during the country’s 14-year civil war in which about 500,000 people died
A Syrian court has sentenced the country’s former president Bashar al-Assad and his brother Maher to death in absentia for crimes against humanity and war crimes during the 14-year civil war, in which about half a million people died.
The two men fled to Moscow after being ousted by a lightning rebel offensive in December 2024 which toppled the dictatorial regime in just 11 days.
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