Trial of Former Syrian General Begins in Stockholm on War Crimes Charges

Mohammed Hamo, a former Syrian army general, faces allegations of aiding and abetting war crimes during the Syrian civil war in 2012.

The trial marks the first time a member of the Syrian military is prosecuted for actions during the conflict, highlighting its international legal significance.
Hamo is accused of participating in indiscriminate attacks that violated international laws of war, including principles of distinction and proportionality.
The prosecution could lead to a life sentence for Hamo, with Swedish law interpreting this as up to 25 years in prison.
Victims include a man whose brother was killed and journalists who were injured during attacks on Homs, underscoring the human impact of the alleged crimes.
The trial is set to last 18 days, with no verdict date announced, reflecting the complexity and depth of the legal proceedings.