Unveiling Syria's Machinery of Death

Stephen Rapp, a former U.S. war crimes ambassador, uncovers mass grave sites in Syria linked to Bashar al-Assad's regime, revealing the systematic torture and execution of over 100,000 people. Evidence and testimonies highlight a state-run machinery of death operating since 2013, reminiscent of past atrocities.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 18-12-2024 17:38 IST | Created: 18-12-2024 17:38 IST
Unveiling Syria's Machinery of Death

Evidence from mass grave sites in Syria has unveiled a state-run 'machinery of death' under former leader Bashar al-Assad, according to international war crimes prosecutor Stephen Rapp.

Rapp, who visited sites in Qutayfah and Najha, estimates over 100,000 people have been tortured and murdered since 2013.

The revelations have sparked calls for accountability, highlighting a dire need to preserve evidence for future trials.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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