Mass Grave Discovered in Syria’s Daraa
Initial excavation efforts have led to the recovery of five sets of remains, with estimates suggesting that more than 50 additional bodies may still be buried beneath the site. However, ongoing severe weather conditions have hindered further recovery efforts.
ERBIL (Kurdistan24) – A mass grave containing dozens of remains was uncovered in Syria’s Daraa governorate, marking the latest grim discovery in a region long plagued by conflict.
According to the Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA), the grave was found on Saturday at a former military base in southern Syria.
The General Security Department in the city of Izraa, located in central Daraa, discovered the site within the premises of the former "34th Brigade" military base in Elmismyah.
Initial excavation efforts have led to the recovery of five sets of remains, with estimates suggesting that more than 50 additional bodies may still be buried beneath the site. However, ongoing severe weather conditions have hindered further recovery efforts.
This is not the first such discovery in Daraa, a region that has witnessed significant turmoil since the onset of Syria’s civil war.
Last month, another mass grave was unearthed near the "9th Brigade" military base in the city of al-Sanamayn, located in northern Daraa’s villages.
Additionally, on Dec. 16, 2024, local residents discovered a mass grave at the Kuwait farm on the outskirts of Izra. That site, which was previously under the control of a militia affiliated with a military branch, yielded 31 sets of remains, including those of a woman and a child.
The recent discoveries underscore the ongoing impact of Syria’s prolonged conflict, with Daraa remaining a hotspot for instability and violence.
Human rights organizations have consistently highlighted the presence of unmarked graves across the country, particularly in areas previously controlled by military factions and armed groups.
Authorities in Daraa continue their investigation into these mass graves, attempting to identify the remains and provide closure to affected families.
However, the challenges of excavation, coupled with difficult weather conditions and ongoing security concerns, pose significant obstacles to the recovery and identification process.
The latest discovery raises pressing questions about the fate of missing persons from Syria’s conflict and the potential for further revelations as investigative efforts continue. The findings serve as yet another tragic reminder of the war’s lasting humanitarian toll.
