The Search for the Missing in Syria

Many families in Syria continue to grapple with the uncertainty surrounding the fate of their loved ones who have gone missing under the Assad regime. The UN reports that over 100,000 individuals were disappeared, often believed to have been detained or arrested without any information on their whereabouts. In the aftermath of the regime's fall, there is a resurgence in efforts to locate these missing persons, with civilians and activists combing through prisons and hospitals for any signs of life. This collective search highlights the deep emotional toll on families as they seek closure and fight against a backdrop of fear and trauma.