8.1.5. Violence against women and children

Following the fall of the Assad regime in December 2024, this document has been reviewed and updated. Please consult 'Interim Country Guidance: Syria (2025)'

 

COMMON ANALYSIS
Last update: April 2024

Violence against women and children (for example sexual violence, domestic violence, early/forced marriage) has been prevalent in both public and private spheres and could also potentially amount to a serious (non-political) crime. See also the profile 4.11. Women and girls. See also sections 5.2.3. Criminal violence under 5.2. Article 15(b) QD