A Dutch court has sentenced Rafik al-Qatrib to 26 years in prison after finding him guilty of war crimes and crimes against humanity.

The Hague, Netherlands

Who

Rafik al-Qatrib, a former member of the regime-linked National Defence Forces militia, and Ziad Daas, a former detainee

What

When

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:11:12 GMT · 1h 54m ago

Where

The Hague, Netherlands ·

Why

Al-Qatrib was prosecuted over charges related to serious violations committed against civilians in Syria, including torture and grave abuses carried out against Syrian citizens.

The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

This sentencing reflects ongoing international efforts by some European countries to hold former Syrian regime officials accountable for crimes and violations against the Syrian people, even years after the alleged events.

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Middle East Monitor
https://www.middleeastmonitor.com/20260616-dutch-court-sentences-former-syrian-regime-figure-to-26-years-in-prison/
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