The fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria has been met with widespread celebration as the ousted leader is reported to have sought asylum in Russia. After nearly 25 years of ruling with an iron fist, Assad’s sudden departure has paved the way for a new era in Syria, according to rebel leaders.
However, amidst the jubilation, the focus now turns to seeking justice for the thousands of victims who suffered under Assad’s brutal regime, many of whom are still missing or imprisoned in secret locations. As the country tries to navigate this transitional period, the question remains: how can justice be served with Assad now in Russia?
DW News correspondent Gasia Ohanes reports from the studio in Berlin, shedding light on the challenges faced in locating and releasing the remaining victims of Assad’s reign of terror. Interviewing Bente Scheller, Head of the Middle East and North Africa Division at the Heinrich Böll Foundation, DW seeks to understand the complexities of seeking justice in a post-Assad Syria.
As the country looks ahead to rebuilding and reconciling with its past, the journey towards justice for Assad’s victims is a long and arduous one. With Assad’s whereabouts now in Russia, the international community must come together to ensure that those responsible for the atrocities committed in Syria are held accountable.
The road to justice may be long and difficult, but for the Syrian people, it is a necessary step towards healing and moving forward towards a future free of oppression and tyranny.
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