US and Lebanon shielding wanted Syrian general for intelligence
Published 6h ago · Latest report 2h ago
Covered in 2 countries
American and Lebanese authorities are protecting a wanted Syrian general in exchange for intelligence.
American and Lebanese authorities are protecting a former Syrian general linked to atrocities and the disappearance of reporter Austin Tice. Bassam al-Hassan resides securely in Lebanon in exchange for intelligence cooperation. International investigators uncovered the arrangement despite his history of severe abuses.
- The backgroundAustin Tice was abducted in Syria in August 2012, and Bassam al-Hassan is tied to his disappearance.
- The arrangementIntelligence agencies provide protection and financial backing in exchange for sensitive information.
Why it matters
The disappearance of American journalist Austin Tice remains a high-profile unresolved case in the region, drawing intense scrutiny regarding the compromises intelligence agencies make in pursuit of information.
What outlets agree on
An investigative report reveals that former Syrian general Bassam al-Hassan is sheltered and bankrolled by United States and Lebanese authorities in return for intelligence.
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- NPRSyrian general accused of atrocities is protected by U.S. and Lebanon, NPR and BBC find2h ago · open ↗
- BBC NewsUS and Lebanon protecting wanted Syrian general, BBC finds6h ago · open ↗
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