Syrian Ex-Prison Guard Charged with Crimes Against Humanity
Fahad A was a former Syrian intelligence member and prison guard.
Over 100 prisoners died after being subjected to torture in Damascus detention facility.
Germany uses universal jurisdiction to prosecute Assad regime-related crimes.
Fahad A arrested in May 2023 and indicted in December 2023.
Germany has arrested multiple Syrian war crime suspects, including a doctor sentenced to life.
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