Challenges in capturing the "Lion"

A Damascus court has issued death sentences against former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and his brother Maher, as well as Atef Naji. These are the first internal trials after the fall of the previous regime, related to the suppression of the Daraa protests in 2011 and the associated violations. The case was considered in an effort to transform human rights evidence into criminal accountability within Syria, focusing on individual responsibility and procedural integrity. Legal challenges related to the pursuit of justice are prominent, including guarantees of a fair trial, the feasibility of implementing verdicts in absentia, and the necessity of retrials and international judicial cooperation—especially since the rulings do not directly enforce the sanctions and remain dependent on the state's relations with other countries. The case underscores the importance of legal reform and the development of a transitional justice system that comprehensively holds responsible parties accountable to ensure sustainable justice.

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