In response to the escalating violations in Northwest Syria, the “Free Syrian Lawyers Association” calls for swift international action to protect civilians.
Official Statement October 31, 2023 In accordance with the principles enshrined in International Humanitarian Law, particularly Articles 48, 51(2), and 52 of the First Additional Protocol to the Geneva Conventions, which emphasize the protection of civilians during hostilities in armed conflicts, the Free Syrian Lawyers Association (FSLA) wishes to draw attention to the alarming situation […]
Resolution of the United Nations General Assembly Establishing an Institution for the Missing in Syria
The United Nations General Assembly has adopted a draft resolution to establish an independent institution dedicated to addressing the issue of missing persons in the Syrian Arab Republic. On Thursday, June 29, 2023, a vote was held on draft resolution A/77/L.79, which aims to establish an international institution focused on addressing the plight of missing […]
A Statement Regarding the Turkish Border Guards’ Attack on some Syrian Citizens
Every once in a while, Turkish Border Guards “Gendarmerie” attack Syrian civilians fleeing war zones in Syria by using lethal force, this has been repeated in dozens of incidents over the past years. Syrians who attempt to cross the borders entering the Turkish lands only search for a safe haven in Turkey, which they consider […]
