From September 24-27, 2024, SNHR held meetings with US officials discussing human rights violations in Syria, including the impact of Russian forces, refugee issues, and documented torture deaths, among other significant topics.
In late September 2024, the Syrian Network for Human Rights (SNHR) engaged in significant bilateral discussions with top officials from the White House and the US Department of State in New York. These meetings highlighted critical human rights issues in Syria, emphasizing SNHR’s commitment to addressing violations persistent since 2011. Key topics included the actions of Russian forces, the repatriation of Syrian refugees, and the alarming incidence of deaths recorded in regime detention centers without family notification. Further discussions covered property seizures, humanitarian aid, child conscription, the misuse of official documents, and ongoing legal cases against violators of human rights.
Understanding the context of these meetings requires a look at the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Syria. Since the onset of the civil war, countless violations have arisen, affecting civilians profoundly. The SNHR, founded to monitor and document these human rights abuses, continues to shine a light on the grim realities faced by the Syrian people, advocating for justice and accountability.
The meetings conducted between the SNHR and US officials represent a crucial step in raising awareness about the dire human rights situation in Syria. By addressing these issues, the hope is to foster international support and pressure for change back home where the victims and survivors await justice and relief.
Original Source: snhr.org
