Former Detainee Reveals Torture Horrors in Syrian Security Branch
A former detainee has shared harrowing accounts of torture and inhumane treatment experienced at the Political Security Branch in Damascus, shedding light on the brutal realities faced by many in Syria's detention centers. During a visit to the facility in Al-Faihaa, the individual recounted the humiliating arrest and interrogation procedures that he endured, highlighting the systematic abuse prevalent within the regime's security apparatus.
The detainee described the torturous conditions starting from Cell No. 5, where he was initially held. He detailed how guards would force detainees to crawl through a small door, only to be met with immediate beatings upon exiting. This degrading treatment continued as he was blindfolded and transported to interrogation rooms, where he was subjected to further humiliation, including being forced to kneel for hours while enduring physical abuse for any slight movement.
One of the most shocking revelations was the use of a green water hose during interrogations, where detainees faced severe beatings even when responding to basic questions. The former detainee poignantly illustrated the violence by reenacting the ordeal with his son, emphasizing the generational impact of such trauma.
Additionally, he spoke of the infamous
ghost room,
where prisoners were reportedly hung for days, leaving behind visible marks of their suffering on the walls. While this family was fortunate to have their loved one return alive, many others remain missing, with families still searching for answers about their fate. The testimony serves as a stark reminder of the widespread human rights violations occurring within Syria's security branches, documenting a dark chapter of suffering in the country's ongoing conflict.
