BEIRUT (AP) — International human rights groups say the vast majority of atrocities in Syria’s civil war have been committed by the regime, but violations by those fighting to topple President Bashar Assad are on the rise as rebels gain more territory and a multitude of militias, jihadists and criminals join the armed opposition. Over 36,000 people have been killed since the uprising began in March 2011. The following are some of the atrocities committed over the course of the conflict.

MAJOR ATROCITIES ON THE REGIME SIDE:

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