In a fervent plea against the escalating violence in Syria’s coastal region, the Kurdish Human Rights Network and various Kurdish organisations have condemned ongoing acts of ethnic cleansing and sectarian violence. As the tensions rise between the new government and supporters of the ousted Bashar al-Assad regime, calls for immediate action have been made to halt these atrocities.
Through a powerful joint statement, these human rights groups are urging the international community to ensure accountability for all parties involved in such war crimes, including ethnic cleansing. They advocate for the establishment of an independent investigation committee under the auspices of the United Nations, emphasising the need for justice.
According to the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court, ethnic cleansing can lead to individual accountability for war crimes, crimes against humanity, or genocide. The ongoing strife involves the Alawite community, a minority that held power under Assad’s regime, stirring deep-seated grievances and fears in the region.
Tensions boiled over last week as violence erupted between President al-Sahra’s government forces and the loyalists of the former regime. Reports from The New York Times reveal that armed supporters of Assad ambushed government security forces in Latakia, leading to a rapid and devastating response from government-affiliated forces using tanks, drones, and artillery. In mere days, the conflict has claimed the lives of over 1,300 individuals, with a heartbreaking count of at least 973 civilians.
In an online address on Monday, Interim President al-Sharq declared the end of military operations, advocating for unity among Syrians and announcing the formation of a fact-finding committee tasked with investigating these tragic events. However, his speech left many questioning whether he would solely hold the former regime’s fighters accountable.
Echoing this sentiment, the UN human rights chief made a call for a transparent investigation into the violence, reinforcing the urgent need for accountability in these tumultuous times.
Kurdish human rights groups are calling for an immediate end to the violence in Syria and an independent investigation into ethnic cleansing and sectarian atrocities. As tensions rise between the new government and supporters of the ousted Assad regime, over 1,300 people have been killed, including 973 civilians. The UN has echoed calls for accountability amid this crisis.
The ongoing violence in Syria’s coastal region has prompted a fierce response from Kurdish human rights groups demanding immediate action and accountability. Amidst tragic civilian casualties, calls for an impartial investigation under UN supervision highlight the seriousness of ethnic cleansing crimes amid the conflict. As Syria’s leaders grapple with blame and responsibility, the push for justice remains crucial to restoring peace and unity in the nation.
Original Source: www.jurist.org
