A Syrian doctor named Alaa Mousa was sentenced to life imprisonment in Germany for committing crimes against humanity and war crimes while treating prisoners during the early 2010s in military hospitals. His abuses included torture and murder of suspected enemies of President Bashar al-Assad. After moving to Germany as a refugee in 2015, he was recognized by former victims and arrested in 2020. A long trial revealed testimonies of horrific acts he inflicted on victims, resulting in a strong legal message against impunity for war crimes.
The defendant enjoyed inflicting physical pain on people he considered less worthy and inferior, according to presiding judge Christoph Koller, highlighting the severity of the crimes.
Alaa Mousa, a Syrian doctor, was sentenced to life in prison for crimes against humanity, emphasizing Germany's commitment to prosecuting war crimes committed abroad.
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