Syrian Women Resist Discrimination, Some Kidnapped.
Syrian women are demanding equal rights. Many women are missing, with over 100,000 unaccounted for. This raises concerns about fairness in Damascus.
The disappearances of alawite women in Syria are linked to political and criminal reasons. Several individuals have spoken to DW about their experiences. These women are seeking equal rights before the law. The situation highlights a lack of justice for women in the country. The exact number of missing women is over 100,000.
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Highlights
Women Demand Equal Rights
Syrian women are demanding equal rights before the law.
Thousands of Men Missing
Over 100,000 men are unaccounted for in Syria.
Legal Void for Women
This leaves many women in a legal void.
Alawite Women Disappear
Multiple dozens of alawite women are considered ‘missing’.
Disappearances Linked to Motives
The disappearances are linked to political and criminal motives.