Executive Summary The trajectory of transitional justice in Syria faces a fundamental risk: its scope remains restricted to violations committed by the former regime, despite the fact that grave abuses …
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Olive Levies in Afrin: “There Is No Law Protecting Farmers; What Prevails Is Jungle Law”
1. Executive Summary In this comprehensive report, Syrians for Truth and Justice (STJ) examines the systematic and widespread practices of looting and extortion in the Kurdish-majority Afrin/Efrîn region. The report …
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The General Principles for Applying Justice, Truth, and Remedy in Syria From the Perspective of Civil Society and Survivor Groups
Introduction Today, a genuine opportunity exists for Syrians to reclaim their country and outline the features of a new future and a new social contract founded upon justice, truth, accountability, …
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‘You’re a Druze… We Will Burn You and Your Motorcycle’: Gross Violations against the Druze (April–May 2025)
1. Executive Summary This in-depth investigation documents recurring patterns of gross human rights violations, including extrajudicial killings, arbitrary arrests, torture and degrading treatment, looting of property, sectarian discrimination, and hate …
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The Constitutional Declaration in Syria: Exceptional Powers for the Transitional President and the Risks of Entrenching Authoritarian Rule Hindering the Transition to Democracy
This publication was funded by the European Union. Its contents are the sole responsibility of (Ceasefire centre for civilian rights/STJ) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the European …
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Torture Persists: Testimonies and Indicators Reveal Alarming Incidents in Post-Assad Syria
This publication was funded by the European Union. Its contents are the sole responsibility of Ceasefire/STJ and do not necessarily reflect the views of the European Union. 1. Introduction Acts …
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Syria: Documentation of Enforced Disappearances and Arbitrary Arrests in the al-Qadam Neighborhood of Damascus
This publication was funded by the European Union. Its contents are the sole responsibility of Ceasefire/STJ and do not necessarily reflect the views of the European Union. 1. Executive Summary …
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Syria’s Transitional Phase: “Honor” Killings Persist Amid Failing Protection and Legal Response
1. Introduction In the midst of the transformations occurring in Syria since the fall of the Assad regime in December 2024, significant challenges are emerging on the path toward establishing …
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Syria/Homs: Violations Against Civilians Amid Lack of Effective Complaint and Redress Mechanisms
1. Introduction Following the collapse of the Syrian regime on 8 December 2024, Syrians for Truth and Justice (STJ) documented several abduction cases in various areas of Homs Governorate. The …
