I’ve met The White Helmets all over the world but this was the first time in Damascus. Unforgettable - both their courage and the horrors they describe from Assad’s prisons and mass graves. #heroes

Such a powerful & moving speech, watch full speech here (transcription in English and Arabic): shorturl.at/dj6w5

'We knew the impact this story could bring': Syrian filmmaker turns spotlight on Turkey earthquake.' Read Waad Al-Kateab's interview about her latest documentary, Death Without Mercy, on The Telegraph. Thank you Lilia Sebouai. telegraph.co.uk/global-health/…

Civil society will be crucial to Syria's political transition. Ambassador Shea was honored to meet with Syrian filmmaker and activist Waad Al-Kateab before her briefing in the UN Security Council this week. Syrians from all backgrounds must play a role in determining Syria's

We stood together in Damascus, demanding answers about our loved ones who disappeared in Assad's prisons. We seek the full truth, accountability and justice. We will not rest until we have them. This fight is far from over. #syria

By keeping US sanctions -- almost all of which are against #Assad's regime -- in place on #Syria today, the US & EU are *directly* undermining the viability of #Syria's already immensely fragile political transition. It's as simple as that.

“For eight years I have told my girls all about Syria. I want them to understand that it’s not just a story, it’s a real country. And now we are getting it back.” Waad Al-Kateab speaks to Kerry McDermott at British Vogue #Syria #Waadalkateab #ActionForSama #BritishVogue

🚨 THREAD: Justice for Syria’s Disappeared 🚨 📢 Join the families of Syria’s disappeared in their fight for truth and justice! Sign & share the petition now: syriawaits.org ✊🏽 #JusticeForSyria #FreeSyriasDisappeared #TruthAndAccountability

The UK Office for Syria hosted a screening of Syrian filmmaker Waad Al-Kateab’s 'Death without Mercy', which documents the devastating 2023 Syria-Turkey earthquake that claimed over 50,000 lives.   The film has the power to move, unite and inspire. #SeeThingsDifferently

Before she fled, Waad Al-Kateab documented her life in Syria protesting against the Assad regime. Now she wants justice, writes Serra Yedikardes. prospectmagazine.co.uk/views/people/6…

🚨Outrageous! The Israeli occupation is currently bombing multiple areas in Syria, including the capital, Damascus, and cities in the south. Reports by activists say occupation army is invading villages in Daraa and Quneitra countryside. The Israeli crimes must be stopped now!

In the past 12hrs, #Israel's airstrikes & occupation of territory in #Syria has been condemned by: - UN Secretary General - #SaudiArabia - #Egypt - #Jordan - #Qatar - [subtly, by #UAE] Silence from #Europe & the US.

On March 4, Middle East Institute will be hosting a screening of the acclaimed #Syria documentary movie "For Sama". After, I'll convene a panel including the movie's lead characters, Waad Al-Kateab & Dr.Hamza Alkateab, plus Hazem Rihawi. mei.edu/events/film-sc…

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Tim Hodgetts CBE QHS When medical facilities were relocated following bombing, local civilians moved away, as they did not want to live close to a hospital which was considered a target Thankyou Waad Al-Kateab - I look forward to seeing your film later And thanks Dr.Hamza Alkateab for the insight

In Damascus during a key moment in the country’s political path 🇸🇾

Waad Al-Kateab Narmina Strishenets Laura Boillot Ahead of the For Sama screening, this article shows how explosive weapons devastated Aleppo and left civilians with nowhere to hide: bit.ly/EW_Aleppo #StopBombingCivilians

Waad Al-Kateab Narmina Strishenets Laura Boillot The For Sama screening is underway at the Protection Forum, bringing real stories from Aleppo to the screen and centering the experiences of those living under constant bombardment. #StopBombingCivilians

Waad Al-Kateab Narmina Strishenets Laura Boillot Wrapping up the day, the final panel with the For Sama filmmakers, moderated by Marwa Almbaed, highlights the human cost of explosive weapons and the courage of those living under bombardment. #StopBombingCivilians