A Syrian court conducted the first hearing Sunday in the trial of ousted ruler Bashar al-Assad and senior figures from his government, one of whom appeared in person. Former security official Atif Najib was in the dock in handcuffs.
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Syria tries prominent Assad-era security official
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A Syrian court has begun the trial of former security official Atif Najib, a prominent figure from Bashar al-Assad's government. The trial is a significant development in the ongoing situation in Syria, which has been marked by instability and conflict. Najib appeared in court in handcuffs, facing charges related to his time in office. The trial is seen as a step towards accountability for officials from the Assad era.