President of the Syrian Opposition Coalition (SOC), Hadi Al-Bahra, along with his accompanying delegation, conducted an inspection visit to the legal office of the Second Corps of the Syrian National Army. During the visit, Mohamed Salama, the head of the office, provided a briefing on the ongoing work and efforts aimed at promptly addressing citizen complaints and preventing individual errors and violations.
Salama emphasized the office’s focus on reform and rectifying procedures, fostering stronger ties between the military and civilian sectors, ensuring restitution for all affected parties, and holding accountable those responsible for transgressions, in accordance with both civil and military law.
He clarified that while the office serves as a support to judicial institutions, it primarily aids in implementing decisions and rulings. Salama noted instances where individuals refrain from resorting to the judiciary due to its complex and protracted procedures, turning instead to the office for expedited solutions, particularly in cases unrelated to criminal offenses.
Additionally, Al-Bahra and the accompanying delegation heard from Lieutenant Colonel Farhan Al-Younis, the commander of the Olive Branch Sector within the Second Corps, who discussed regional security dynamics and ongoing plans, including the relocation of military checkpoints from urban areas to enhance security, stability, and oversight of potential transgressions.
Al-Bahra commended the work of the human rights office, underscoring its pivotal role in advancing accountability and preventing future violations. He stressed the importance of continued vigilance in addressing errors and enhancing the capacities of law enforcement agencies to combat crime and drug trafficking, holding perpetrators accountable through legal channels.
Furthermore, Al-Bahra highlighted the Ministry of Defense’s efforts in restructuring the Syrian National Army, conducting training courses for officers and non-commissioned officers, and its intent to establish a military academy. He also expressed appreciation for the Second Corps leadership’s commitment to training personnel in human rights and discipline.
(Source: SOC’s Media Department)
