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Syria begins trials over violence in Druze heartland
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Syria begins trials over violence in Druze heartland

Syrian authorities announced on July 3 that they have started trials against individuals suspected of involvement in violent clashes that occurred in the Druze-majority Sweida province last year. The violence, which began with conflicts between Druze factions and Bedouin fighters, escalated into significant casualties, with over 2,000 deaths reported, including 789 Druze civilians. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights recorded these figures, while a government committee estimated 1,760 fatalities. Trials are being conducted publicly in Damascus, with defendants and their legal representatives present. The process aims to establish accountability for those responsible, regardless of their affiliations. Additional investigations are ongoing.

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Hurriyet Daily News logoHurriyet Daily NewsParty-alignedCenter14 hr. ago
Syria begins trials over violence in Druze heartland

Syrian authorities announced on July 3 that they have started trials against individuals suspected of involvement in violent clashes that occurred in the Druze-majority Sweida province last year. The violence, which began with conflicts between Druze factions and Bedouin fighters, escalated into significant casualties, with over 2,000 deaths reported, including 789 Druze civilians. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights recorded these figures, while a government committee estimated 1,760 fatalities. Trials are being conducted publicly in Damascus, with defendants and their legal representatives present. The process aims to establish accountability for those responsible, regardless of their affiliations. Additional investigations are ongoing.

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