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The High Commissioner stressed the importance of documenting the human rights violations that have occurred during the Assad regime to ensure that justice can ultimately be served. He recognizes that the transition in power provides an opportunity to gather evidence for future legal accountability, stating, "it is absolutely critical for justice to be served."
Turk also highlighted the diverse composition of the opposition groups and expressed cautious optimism about potential peaceful transitions. He emphasized that any new Syrian government must be inclusive, involving women and minority groups, to craft a future founded on human rights.