Regime of Denial: Lebanon's Reluctance to Extradite Former Syrian Officials The fall of Bashar al Assad's regime in December 2024 marked a turning point for Syria, leaving behind a web of officials who fled to neighboring Lebanon.
For years, these individuals felt safe, thanks to their connections with Hezbollah or the Lebanese military. However, that impunity is slowly eroding as the Syrian government seeks to bring them to justice.
The recent arrest and impending extradition of Adel Issa, a former major general in al Assad's army, have sent shockwaves through Lebanon's corridors of power.