"France's highest court is poised to rule on the possibility of lifting state immunity for Bashar al-Assad, potentially leading to prosecution for chemical weapons use."
"A ruling against al-Assad may pave the way for significant progress in holding leaders accountable for human rights violations, impacting victims beyond Syria."
France's highest court is considering whether to strip Bashar al-Assad of state immunity due to severe allegations from Syrian activists and European prosecutors. A ruling to lift his immunity could lead to his trial in absentia for chemical attacks in Ghouta and Douma. Such a decision may not only benefit Syrian victims but also set a precedent for prosecuting other government leaders for atrocities. The ruling could empower legal action against members of his government as well.
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