Families search for missing loved ones at Syria's Sednaya prison as power shifts

independent.co.uk

Families are searching for missing loved ones in Syria's Sednaya prison, known for torture and executions, following the fall of President Bashar al-Assad. Many believe thousands remain imprisoned in hidden cells as the country faces a power shift. Israel has conducted airstrikes on Assad's chemical weapons sites, citing security concerns amid the chaos. The U.S. and Turkey have also targeted various locations in Syria, while the UK has paused asylum decisions for Syrians as the situation evolves. Rebel groups, led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, have announced amnesty for conscripts and pledged not to impose dress codes on women. International leaders express cautious optimism about Syria's future, as many Syrians begin returning from neighboring countries.


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