Syria Abolishes Controversial Terrorism Court | Johannesburg News

Syria’s new parliament has officially abolished the controversial counter-terrorism court — a tribunal established in 2012 that tried thousands on terrorism charges with little oversight, torture, and arbitrary detention. Though the court was already deemed “abolished” in 2025 by presidential decree and its rulings were formally nullified in March of that year, this parliamentary vote marks the first major legislative action since the body convened in July. The move aligns with UN concerns raised since 2024 about systemic abuse within Assad-era detention facilities, including widespread torture and lack of judicial independence. This decision signals a potential turning point as Syria’s new lawmakers begin shaping the country’s legal future. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.sowetan.co.za/news/world/2026-09-16-syria-parliament-votes-to-abolish-assad-era-terrorism-court-nullify-rulings/ More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a1f3b3f2f5930267 Report issues to [email protected].