Damascus, June 25 (SANA) The Fourth Criminal Court in Damascus on Thursday opened the first trial session of Ahmad Hassoun, the former Grand Mufti who served under the deposed regime, on charges including complicity in war crimes, crimes against humanity, incitement to murder and other criminal offenses.
The hearing was attended by Attorney General Hassan al-Turba, along with representatives of local and international human rights organizations.
The court began examining the charges against Hassoun as part of legal proceedings related to crimes committed during the rule of the deposed regime.
The trial is part of broader efforts by the Syrian state to hold those involved in crimes committed during the rule of the deposed regime accountable, provide redress for victims, and prevent the recurrence of violations suffered by Syrians.
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