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Syrian President rejects extradition of Algerian and Polisario fighters, vows trial


Published on 2025-02-11 16:20:55 - MSN
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  • The abrupt collapse of Bashar al-Assad's regime denied the Algerian government the opportunity to evacuate its soldiers from Syria, unlike other Assad allies such as Iran, the Lebanese Hezbollah, and some Iraqi Shia militias, who managed to evacuate their ...

The article from MSN discusses Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's stance on the extradition of Algerian and Polisario Front fighters present in Syria. Assad has firmly rejected the extradition of these fighters, stating that they will be tried in Syrian courts for their alleged involvement in terrorism. This decision comes amidst international pressure, particularly from Algeria, which has been seeking the extradition of its nationals accused of terrorism. Assad's refusal is rooted in the principle of Syrian sovereignty and the legal jurisdiction over crimes committed within its borders. He emphasized that these individuals would face justice in Syria, highlighting the country's commitment to combating terrorism on its terms. This move also reflects the complex geopolitical dynamics involving Syria, Algeria, and the broader issues concerning the Polisario Front, which seeks independence for Western Sahara from Morocco.

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