The International Federation for Rights and Development (IFRD) welcomes the news coming from Damascus regarding the escape of the tyrant Bashar al-Assad, the fall of the city, and the liberation of prisoners from the brutal prisons of the Ba’ath regime.
This historic moment represents a new beginning for the Syrian people after years of suffering. While sharing the Syrian people’s aspirations for freedom and dignity, IFRD emphasizes the importance of adhering to international law and human rights principles during the upcoming transitional phase.
IFRD calls for:
- Respecting the rule of law: Ensuring that all those involved in crimes against humanity are brought to justice in fair and impartial trials, free from any acts of revenge or extrajudicial actions.
- Implementing transitional justice: Establishing mechanisms to address past violations, ensure accountability, and provide reparations to victims, while fostering reconciliation and healing within society.
- Safeguarding fundamental rights: Guaranteeing freedom of expression and political participation for all members of Syrian society.
- Preserving social cohesion: Promoting national unity and preventing any retaliatory actions targeting individuals or groups based on their religious, ethnic, or political affiliations.
IFRD underscores that building a new Syria requires justice, reconciliation, and respect for the dignity of all its citizens, moving away from the culture of oppression and vengeance that has plagued Syrians for decades.
