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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
