Syria Trial Begins for Former Regime Official
A trial in Damascus involving former senior regime official Atef Najib is seen as a crucial first step for victims of the Assad regime.
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Trial Underway for Syria's 'Butcher,' Assad's Cousin Atef Najib
The trial of Atef Najib, a cousin of Bashar al-Assad known as the 'Butcher of Syria,' is underway, with Najib accused of torturing and killing children. He is the first official linked to the regime to face such charges.
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Syrian Court Begins First Trial of Assad-Era Officials
A Syrian court in Damascus has commenced the first public trial against officials from the former Bashar al-Assad regime. The proceedings target Assad-era figures, including a relative of the ousted president.