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Committee Description

Syrian Civil War: 

It is in the midst of the Syrian Civil War, and unspeakable crimes have been committed. Delegates must gather, debate, and discuss how to protect vulnerable communities and uphold The world has been watching for far too long, it’s time to act.

Syrian Civil War 1

Topics of Debate

Topic A: Religious & Ethnic Persecution

The Syrian Civil War has torn apart long-standing religious and ethnic communities. Groups like the Kurds, Christians, and Sunni and Shia minorities have faced displacement, targeted violence, and systemic discrimination. This topic asks delegates to confront how civil conflict amplifies historic divides and how the international community can protect vulnerable populations without worsening tensions on the ground.

Syrian Civil War 2

Topic B: Chemical Weapons

Despite international prohibitions, chemical weapons have repeatedly surfaced in the Syrian conflict, causing civilian casualties and global outrage. Delegates will examine verification challenges, accountability, gaps within international law, and the political complexity of enforcing disarmament in an active war zone. The debate centers on prevention, response, and justice. This topic forces delegates to confront the question no one wants to answer: what does justice look like when the truth itself has been weaponized?

Syrian Civil War 3

Dais

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Emmanuel Kisa

Eden Feldberg

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Eden Feldberg

Titoluwa Maxwell

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Titoluwa Maxwell

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Aulia Shahid

Ontario Model United Nations

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