Nine Former Assad-Era Pilot Officers Arrested Over War Crimes
Syrian authorities have arrested nine former military pilot officers who served during Bashar al-Assad’s rule over allegations linked to war crimes committed during the country’s civil war.
The arrests are part of wider efforts to investigate alleged abuses carried out by members of the former Syrian military and security forces. The detained officers are reportedly being investigated over their roles in military operations during the conflict.
The move comes as Syria continues efforts to hold individuals from the Assad-era security apparatus accountable for alleged violations committed during years of war. Investigations into former officials and military personnel have expanded as authorities seek evidence concerning attacks and other abuses against civilians.
The arrests could become part of broader accountability efforts aimed at establishing responsibility for crimes committed during the Assad government’s rule.
