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Former Syrian general reportedly protected in Lebanon over Tice case
A BBC investigation reports that Bassam al-Hassan, a former Syrian general wanted over alleged crimes against humanity, is being housed and financially supported in Lebanon in exchange for information about missing US journalist Austin Tice.
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AllegedThe BBC investigation found that Bassam al-Hassan is being bankrolled and protected by US and Lebanese authorities in Lebanon.
“is being bankrolled and protected by the US and Lebanese authorities”
AllegedUS and Lebanese officials offered Hassan residency, protection and help with his living needs in exchange for information, primarily about Austin Tice.
“Hassan is offered “residency”, “protection” and help securing his “living needs” in return for information, primarily about Tice.”
AllegedThe arrangement involving Hassan is believed to have been made in spring 2025.
“The deal is believed to have been struck in the spring of 2025.”