TIMEP has joined @sjac-info.bsky.social to submit an amicus brief to the U.S. Supreme Court in a case before it on Temporary Protected Status for Syria. Together we lay out an expert case as to why safe, dignified, and sustainable returns to Syria are not yet possible: timep.org/2026/04/20/s...
The US Supreme Court will soon hear a case that could end Temporary Protection Status for #Syrians in the US
SJAC & @TimepDC submitted an amicus brief to the Court arguing that #Syria is still unsafe & protections must remain in place
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We recently launched a detention tracking system for former #Assad affiliates
This independent monitoring tool is meant to increase transparency regarding accountability during the transitional phase
See the tracker here:
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#Assad government documents analyzed by SJAC show high ranking intelligence officials regularly ordered the abduction of wanted individuals, bypassing any legal process
Addressing these crimes is essential for transitional justice in #Syria
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SJAC's State of Justice Report documents our achievements in 2025 to support justice efforts in Syria
💠Throughout the year, we collected 800K #Assad government documents
💠Interviewed 391 witnesses
💠 Analyzed 10,000 pieces of evidence
Read the report here:
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Hundreds of #Assad affiliates have been arrested since the fall of the former govt, but there is no transparency around who has been detained
SJAC's tracker fills this gap by compiling data on who has been arrested & their current status
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SJAC's 7th annual report provides a comprehensive overview of:
- #HumanRightsViolations committed in #Syria
- Justice progress inside & outside Syria
-SJAC's work to support documentation, missing persons, and capacity building efforts
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There have only been two instances of EU courts ordering compensation for victims of crimes committed in Syria
Our report on Syrian Tort law provides the legal background for courts to determine damages & achieve justice for victims
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The case against a former member of the NDF, an #Assad paramilitary group, will begin in April at the #Hague District Court
The individual is accused of #CrimesAgainstHumanity
A live stream of the hearing will be available, but registration is required
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Since 2022, SJAC's investigative reports have documented lesser known violations committed during the #Syrian conflict
We have covered 17 types of violations including
- Attacks on hospitals
- Chemical weapons
- Assad's foreign surveillance network
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Samir Al-Sheikh Trial #5
SJAC’s 5th trial monitoring report details several motions regarding jury questionnaires, what evidence may be brought at trial, and the use of foreign law during the trial
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Majdi N. Trial - Day 15
The court presented 20 questions for the jury concerning child recruitment & allegations that the accused participated a group which committed war crimes
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NEW: Important analysis by @sjac-info.bsky.social on trials in the US and UK related to atrocity crimes committed during the Syrian conflict. Read the report below.
Since 2020, SJAC has monitored 15 Syria-related trials in the US & EU
Our report is a comprehensive analysis of these trials & provides recommendations to improve support for witnesses, increase access for #Syrians, & strengthen the justice process
syriaaccountability.org/documenting-...
A BKA officer testified about a potential eyewitness to the 2012 Yarmouk demonstrations, recalling details directly linked to the accused
The Defense challenged SJAC’s role in the courtroom, seeking to restrict the monitor’s note-taking
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Day 18 of the trial of Twana H.S. focused on his early release requests & the conditions for judicial supervision after prison
Reports highlighted past disciplinary incidents, denial of crimes, and potential risks to public safety
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SJAC's 31st Trial Monitoring Report covers Days 14 & 15 of Majdi N.’s trial in Paris
The accused was questioned about his role in Jaish Al-Islam training camps and his presence in military operations rooms despite claiming to be only a spokesperson
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SJAC's latest investigation is one of the most comprehensive studies on the use of cluster and incendiary munitions in the #Syrian conflict
Our team identified over 260 instances where these weapons were used unlawfully to target civilians
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Day 17 of the Twana H.S. and Asia R.A. trial:
Evidence from Asia's 2019 phone reveals her knowledge of abuse against Yazidi girls, financial schemes, and hidden identities. Investigators also found messages related to ISIS content
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Day 16 of the Twana H.S. and Asia R.A. trial
Details emerged about Asia’s life in Germany, her marriage, and her family connections
The court also examined the credibility of prior testimonies & addressed alleged inconsistencies in witness statements.
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Majdi N. / #IslamAlloush report #30
The Court examined documents found on Majdi N.’s computer related to international humanitarian law training for Jaysh Al-Islam
The court questioned why the training was based on Sharia law
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As witness testimony continued in the Al-Yarmouk Trial, SJAC’s trial monitoring team faced direct challenges in court.
Our latest report documents both the proceedings and the pressure placed on independent observers.
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SJAC's latest report investigates extrajudicial killings committed by all sides in the Syrian conflict
Our report highlights specific incidents where prisoners were denied due processes & executed in violation of international law
syriaaccountability.org/due-process-...
Majdi N.’s trial in Paris highlights allegations of child labor, propaganda, and psychological warfare within Jaysh Al-Islam. He claims he wasn’t involved in planning and would have left the group if he knew about any crimes
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Trial report #1 on the coastal incidents in #Syria
This report provides background for the 4 cases being heard as well as testimony from several witnesses
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Report #2 of the trial against Jihad A., Mahmoud A., Mazhar J., Sameer S., And Wael S.
The session opened with statements from the accused where they argued that the charges against them were largely based on mistaken identities and false information
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SJAC is currently monitoring a trial of 5 individuals accused of committing crimes against civilians living in #AlYarmouk camp
Report #1 details the charges against each defendant as well as a motion to create an audio and video recording of the trial
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SJAC's article highlights a document from Intelligence #Branch235 / Palestine Brach
The document details a woman who was held as a hostage, along with her 4 children, in order to apprehend her husband who was allegedly a member of #ISIS
syriaaccountability.org/relatives-ta...
Majid N. Trial #28
Witness W22 testified about documenting crimes committed in #Douma by the Syrian govt & other armed factions
He was often critical of Jaysh Al-Islam which led to his imprisonment in 2015, where he faced torture & poor conditions
syriaaccountability.org/inside-the-m...
Majdi N. Trial #30:
Questions on Jaysh Al-Islam trainings that taught intl law framed w/Sharia law
The prosecution claimed these trainings were cover for crimes committed by the group
Majdi claimed these were a legitimate effort to train new fighters
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