Syrian Observatory for Human Rights Documents Assassination of Syrian Scientist
On February 2, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported the discovery of the body of Dr. Hassan Ibrahim in the town of Ma’araba, in the Damascus countryside. He was found shot dead in a case that has raised questions about the mysterious circumstances surrounding his death. Dr. Ibrahim was originally from Tartous, a coastal province in Syria.
According to the Observatory’s report, published on its official website, the body was found in an open area in Ma’araba with multiple gunshot wounds. However, no specific details were provided regarding the circumstances of the incident or those responsible. Local authorities have since transported the body for further investigation.
Dr. Ibrahim was a prominent academic in his field and held a distinguished position at a scientific research center in Damascus. The Damascus countryside, including Ma’araba, has experienced recurring security tensions amid the ongoing developments since the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime.
