On 12 September 2026, Syrian government plans to convert a former military airport in Damascus into a private aviation hub sparked outcry from human rights groups and residents. Concerns center on potential disturbance of suspected mass graves and the site's history as an alleged torture facility.
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Syrian private airport plans spark outcry over mass graves, land rights Reuters
DAMASCUS, Sept 12 - Syrian government plans to turn a former military airport in Damascus into a hub for private jets are raising alarm among rights groups and residents who say redevelopment could disturb suspected mass graves and override private land claims.
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Syrian government plans to turn a former military airport in Damascus into a hub for private jets are raising alarm among rights groups and residents who say redevelopment could disturb suspected mass graves and override private land claims. Syria’s civil aviation authority said last week it was preparing to reclassify Mezzeh military airport for limited civilian use, focused on private and execu