Inside StoryIs ISIL on the verge of becoming a regional threat once again?
During recent developments in northeastern Syria, over 5,700 individuals suspected of being ISIL fighters have been transferred by the United States from Syria to Iraq. This action follows the initial containment of these individuals in prisons and camps…
During recent developments in northeastern Syria, over 5,700 individuals suspected of being ISIL fighters have been transferred by the United States from Syria to Iraq. This action follows the initial containment of these individuals in prisons and camps following the claim of ISIL's defeat.
The transfer has raised significant concerns among human rights organizations, who express apprehension about the potential for torture and lack of fair trials for the detainees in Iraq.
Presenter: James Bays Zeidon Alkinani: Independent researcher on identity politics in Iraq and the Middle East Colin Clarke: Executive director of The Soufan Center Sarah Sanbar: Researcher in the Middle East and North Africa division at Human Rights Watch
During recent developments in northeastern Syria, over 5,700 individuals suspected of being ISIL fighters have been transferred by the United States from Syria to Iraq.
Syrian army takes over al-Shaddadi base after US withdrawal Exodus of ISIL-linked detainees from Syria camp sparks security concerns Australia refuses to repatriate ISIL relatives from Syrian camp
Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.
