Majdi Nema, a Syrian formerly with the "Army of Islam" (JAI), faces trial for complicity in war crimes, specifically involving minors. His case will be the first legal examination of the atrocities committed by JAI amid the Syrian civil war. While JAI once had about 15,000 members, it has faced scrutiny for serious crimes including kidnapping and torture. Human rights advocates stress the need for accountability among all armed groups, including JAI, to ensure justice and a future for Syria post-conflict.
"The Assad regime committed most of the atrocities and crimes, but other groups must also be brought to justice for their crimes. Only then will Syria have a chance of a future."
"Nema's trial, which begins on April 29, will be the first to examine atrocities JAI is suspected of committing during the Syrian civil war, which started in 2011."
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