Justice in Absentia: What Does Syria's Verdict Mean for Accountability? The news that Bashar Assad has been sentenced to death in absentia is a significant development in Syria's quest for justice and accountability.
While some may see this as a symbolic victory, it also raises questions about the effectiveness of pursuing high profile targets when they've fled to safety.
Syria's new authorities have made progress in bringing former officials to trial, but trying Assad in absentia highlights the challenges faced by those seeking to hold him accountable.