Under the regime of the Syrian dictator, the families of rebels, including wives and children, were often taken captive as a means of exerting control and leverage. This tactic has left deep psychological scars on those affected.
Recently, some of these individuals have begun to share their experiences, shedding light on the trauma they endured during their captivity. Their testimonies reveal the emotional and physical toll of being separated from their loved ones and the ongoing impact of their experiences.
The accounts highlight the broader implications of such actions in the context of the Syrian conflict, emphasizing the human cost of political strategies employed by the regime.