Key insights
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Rising Vigilantism
Vigilante killings are increasingly common, often targeting regime collaborators.
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Lack of Transitional Justice
The interim government's inconsistent justice efforts fuel public frustration.
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Community Tensions
Sectarian divisions and revenge motives drive the cycle of violence.
Takeaways
The surge in vigilante violence in Syria underscores the urgent need for a coherent transitional justice framework. Without effective measures to address past atrocities and ensure accountability, the cycle of revenge and lawlessness is likely to continue, further destabilizing the region.