What did France's highest court rule regarding Bashar al-Assad?

France's Cour de Cassation ruled that a warrant issued for former Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad was invalid.

Who reported on the court's ruling?

The article was reported by Benoit Van Overstraeten and Charlotte Van Campenhout, with writing by Makini Brice.

What is the significance of the ruling?

The ruling by France's highest court has implications for international law and extradition issues concerning Bashar al-Assad.

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France's highest court rules arrest warrant for ex-Syrian leader Assad is invalid

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Posted on July 25, 2025

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Last updated: January 22, 2026

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France's highest court rules arrest warrant for ex-Syrian leader Assad is invalid

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France's Top Court Declares Arrest Warrant for Assad Invalid

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