Syria: Historic trial of Assad-era officials begins in Damascus

A Damascus court is trying a security official from the former Assad regime.

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This trial marks the first attempt at direct criminal justice in post-Assad Syria.

Charges relate to alleged crimes committed under the former regime's direction.

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