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Syrian general accused of atrocities is protected by U.S. and Lebanon, NPR and BBC find

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A former Syrian general wanted for crimes against humanity is living quietly in Lebanon, bankrolled and protected by American and Lebanese authorities, a BBC/NPR investigation has found.

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  • Reported by NPR and published Thu, 08 Oct 2026 09:00:00 UTC.

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