Justice Policy
Syria Sanctions Since the Fall of Assad: Updates from the United States and European Union
In the aftermath of the fall of Bashar al-Assad in early December 2024, the United States and the European Union have taken steps to ease sanctions and facilitate the provision
Initial Justice Recommendations for Syria’s Interim President
Since the departure of Bashar al-Assad on December 8, demands for justice have arisen from Syrians and the international community alike. Most suggest that the process be Syrian-led and inclusive,
Two Months After Assad’s Fall, Assad-Like Violations Are Still Being Committed in Syria
Support SJAC's Work Last month, Ahmed Al-Sharaa was officially named president of Syria’s transitional government, an action partnered with sweeping changes to the country’s governance such
Amnesty & Accountability: Justice in post-Assad Syria
In the almost six weeks since the fall of the Assad government, the new caretaker government has primarily focused on the immediate needs of the Syrian people. However, the government
Europe’s Reaction to the Fall of Assad and the Impact on Syrian Refugees
In a shock lightening offensive, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) toppled the government of Bashar al-Assad, putting an end to the repressive 54-year rule of the Assad dynasty. In response, member
The Fight for Justice in a Post-Assad Syria
Thirteen years ago, SJAC began preparing for the day after the fall of the Assad government, with the steadfast belief that Syrians would someday have an opportunity to pursue meaningful
Syrian Journalists Face Deportation and Repression in Türkiye
Syrian journalists and activists are facing an increasingly dangerous situation in Türkiye. With shifting political dynamics and heightened scrutiny from Turkish authorities, Syrian reporters are subjected to threats that compromise
Syria Remains Unsafe Despite Misleading Media Attention on German Court Ruling
In August, the Higher Administrative Court (OVG) Münster ruled that Syria is no longer generally unsafe, prompting a wave of media outcry. Many outlets have portrayed this ruling as a
