- Bashar al-Assad has been ousted as Syria's ruler, with Ahmed al-Sharaa taking the presidency amid widespread protests in Damascus and Idlib.
- The former government of Syria, including Bashar al-Assad, is facing international charges.
- Investigations into chemical attacks and torture under the Assad regime continue amid military movements near Damascus.
A court in Damascus has sentenced Bashar al-Assad.
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Updated Sep 13
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What happened
A court in Damascus has sentenced Bashar al-Assad.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Concurrent developments include arrests in Latakia/Daraa, a Damascus court ruling, and political statements regarding Assad's asylum.1 source
A Damascus court convicted a regime cousin.1 source
- A court in Damascus has sentenced Bashar al-Assad. The situation has escalated with sentences to death in absentia for officials and former presidents.Sub-event
Bashar al-Assad was sentenced by a court in Damascus.1 source
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Damascus
capital and largest city of Syria
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Bashar al-Assad
President of Syrian Arab Republic from 2000 to 2024
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