The general amnesty, issued on 17 July by the General Council of the Autonomous Administration, aims to reintegrate former detainees into society, excluding those involved in severe crimes. Hisên Osman, co-chair of the executive Council, provided insights into the amnesty’s implementation and objectives, as reported by Roj News.
“This is the first amnesty at the level of North and East Syria,” Osman said, noting that extensive discussions within the Autonomous Administration preceded the decision. “The amnesty excludes individuals with blood on their hands,” he added.
The release process will occur in two phases. The first phase involves the gradual release of 1,112 detainees. “Detainees from Raqqa prison will be released first, followed by those from the prisons in the Jazira canton, and finally from the Euphrates and Manbij cantons,” Osman explained.
The second phase will see the release of 400 prisoners who have served half of their sentences. “These detainees will be released in due course,” Osman said.
The amnesty aims to offer former detainees an opportunity to become active and positive members of society. “Our goal is to provide these individuals with a chance to reintegrate and reclaim their roles within the community,” Osman stated.
The decision underscores the administration’s commitment to social reintegration and stability in the region, providing a structured path for those released to contribute positively to society.
On 25 June, key decisions were taken on the future of Syria at the Tribal and Clan Conference. Issues such as Turkey’s ongoing occupation in some parts of Syria and the unification of Syria were discussed.
