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Season 1 · Episode 91
Why Is Justice So Important in Syria?
0.06mAugust 18, 2026
After 15 years of violence under Bashar al-Assad’s rule, Syrians are hoping for justice. A national commission has been established to address past abuses, but such processes usually take years. Critics warn that Syria’s new authorities may be moving too quickly.
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