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Former Syrian President Assad sentenced to death in absentia

NPR News·August 11, 2026·1 min read

A Syrian court sentenced former President Assad along with his brother to death in absentia for crimes against humanity and war crimes during Syria's 14-year conflict. The conflict left about half a million people dead. The sentencing was announced by the court.

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