Chains of Command: Detention and Torture Networks in Southern Syria (2025)
A 60-page report mapping key facilities, commanders, and survivor testimonies from Daraa and Quneitra provinces. In Southern Syria, a disturbing network of detention and torture continues to thrive, deeply affecting local communities and contributing to ongoing human rights violations. Despite the promises of peace and the international community’s calls for justice, individuals in this region […]
Grave Evidence: Mass Graves and Disappearances in Raqqa and Deir Ezzor (2024)
Joint report with forensic partners, including exhumation site mapping and anthropological analysis. In the wake of Syria’s ongoing conflict, the discovery of mass graves and the continued disappearances of civilians in Raqqa and Deir Ezzor has become a chilling reminder of the brutality faced by local populations. As the war reaches its latter phases, these […]
Justice in Exile: Syrian Trials under Universal Jurisdiction in Germany (2024)
Explores the legal framework, precedents, and outcomes of trials held in Koblenz and Frankfurt. As the Syrian conflict continues to wreak havoc on its people, the international community has struggled to deliver justice for the victims of war crimes and crimes against humanity. However, a new chapter in the pursuit of accountability is being written […]
Reclaiming the Truth: The Role of Survivors in Transitional Justice Processes (2023)
Highlights the voices of survivors in truth-seeking and reparations discourse. In post-conflict societies, the journey to reconciliation and justice often begins with confronting the painful truths of the past. Survivors of war, violence, and human rights violations play a crucial role in this process, especially when it comes to transitional justice. This blog post examines […]
Legal Commentary: Rome Statute and Its Applicability to Syria
The Rome Statute serves as the foundational treaty of the International Criminal Court (ICC), which holds individuals accountable for the most serious international crimes, including genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity. Since its adoption in 1998, the Rome Statute has been a powerful tool in international law, designed to ensure that perpetrators of egregious […]
Gendered Crimes and Survivor-Centered Testimony
In conflict zones around the world, gendered crimes, such as sexual violence, forced marriage, and trafficking, have been used as tools of war, repression, and control. These crimes disproportionately affect women and gender minorities, causing long-term physical, psychological, and social harm. Yet, despite the severity of these violations, survivors often face significant barriers to justice. […]
Legal Provisions for Child Soldiers in Syrian Conflict Zones
The use of child soldiers in armed conflicts is one of the most egregious violations of international law. Unfortunately, in the Syrian conflict, children have been forcibly recruited, exploited, and subjected to violence by various parties to the war. This blog post examines the legal frameworks that prohibit the use of child soldiers, the challenges […]
Mapping Syria’s Detention Facilities (Beta Version)
A dynamic, user-driven map of detention centers with linked survivor testimonies and legal analysis. Syria’s ongoing conflict has resulted in widespread human rights abuses, with detention facilities becoming central to the state’s tactics of repression. Over the course of the war, thousands of individuals have been detained under often brutal conditions, many subjected to torture, […]
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Timeline of Legal Milestones: Syria 2011–2025
The Syrian conflict, which began in 2011, has had profound impacts on the country and its people. Over the years, legal milestones have shaped the narrative of the war, influencing international responses, human rights efforts, and accountability for war crimes. This blog post offers a comprehensive timeline of key legal events and milestones from 2011 […]
