The Syrian Future Movement is following with great interest the announcement issued by the Internal Security Command in Latakia Governorate on Saturday, August 15, 2026, regarding the opening of an official investigation into the circumstances surrounding the procedures taken against the young man, Muhammad Hussam al-Din Ghamira, during his detention at the al-Haffa police station. This detention stemmed from a legal claim related to the theft of a sum of money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Command confirmed that the investigation includes “verifying the circumstances of the arrest and the extent to which the procedures followed were in accordance with established legal procedures, while taking into account the young man’s health condition.” It emphasized that “the safety, rights, and dignity of detainees are protected under the law.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Syrian Future Movement appreciates this swift response, which demonstrates the seriousness of security institutions in addressing potential violations and embodies their commitment to the principles of accountability and transparency, especially in a sensitive case that revealed the precarious conditions of the most vulnerable groups in detention centers and sparked a wave of public anger and questions about the new state’s commitment to human rights standards. However, we emphasize that opening an investigation is a first step, and the true test lies in the integrity and transparency of the investigation, its ability to uncover the whole truth, and to hold accountable all those found responsible for any transgression, while ensuring that the young man, Ghamira, receives the necessary medical care and that his right to justice is upheld, in accordance with the Syrian government’s obligations under the United Nations Convention against Torture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Syrian Future Movement notes that opening an official investigation is a practical application of the principle of accountability, which it has consistently advocated in its previous statements, and which is a fundamental pillar in building a modern civil state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We see this as a positive indicator that the new state institutions take seriously any accusations of violations that may be committed against citizens and seek to address them within the legal framework.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Syrian Future Movement observes that opening the investigation came after widespread discussion of Ghamira’s story on social media and calls from activists and journalists for an investigation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This demonstrates the security institutions’ sensitivity to public opinion and their willingness to respond to citizens’ concerns, a significant shift from the culture of exclusion and secrecy that prevailed in the past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We also emphasize that this case constitutes a true test of the security institutions’ commitment to human rights standards and their ability to purge themselves of any abuses that may have been inherited from the former regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We believe that how this case is handled\u2014through investigation, accountability, and compensation\u2014will shape the future of trust between citizens and their state institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In this context, the Syrian Future Movement reiterates its consistent positions, published on its official website, which emphasize the priority of combating torture and protecting human rights during the transitional phase. These positions include the statement on the case of Muhammad Ghamira at the al-Haffa police station (dated August 15, 2016), which called for an urgent and independent investigation, holding those responsible accountable, and ensuring that victims receive justice and necessary medical care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Syrian Future Movement believes that the investigation, despite its importance, faces challenges and opens up avenues that warrant further investigation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This case presents an opportunity to solidify a culture of human rights. It can serve as a catalyst for strengthening this culture within security institutions, initiating a societal dialogue on the necessity of ending torture and ill-treatment, and building a criminal justice system that protects everyone. The movement believes that independent media played a pivotal role in exposing this case, and its oversight role in cases of violations must be strengthened.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Syrian Future Movement is committed to strengthening the rule of law and protecting human rights in Syria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It reiterates that true justice is not achieved through mere formalities, but through tangible results that ensure accountability for perpetrators, redress for victims, prevention of recurring violations, and protection for whistleblowers and witnesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Syrian Future Movement affirms that the case of Mohammad Ghamira is a true test of the new Syria’s commitment to human rights and human dignity standards, and an opportunity for fundamental reform of the criminal justice system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Syrian Future Movement will remain a supporter of all that promotes justice and transparency, critical of all shortcomings, and a monitor of all achievements, striving for a new Syria where justice prevails and the security and dignity of its citizens are protected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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