The uncertain future of Syrian women after Assad's fall
India TodayIn a dramatic and unsettling turn of events, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has fled the country amid escalating tensions and internal strife. Sobering findings: Violations against women in Syria Coinciding with the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, the Syrian Network for Human Rights released its 13th annual report on November 25, 2024. The humanitarian crisis intensified in 2024, with approximately 1,951 families displaced in northwestern Syria due to attacks by the Syrian regime, and over 80% of the displaced individuals being women and children. Future outlook and potential impacts A video going viral on several social media platforms shows Syrian rebel forces freeing dozens of women and at least one child from a prison controlled by the regime of deposed President Bashar al-Assad. This dire scenario underscores the need for immediate action to address these challenges, ensuring that Syrian women are not left to face the brunt of the ongoing conflict alone.
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