Dozens of American-Israeli families are suing Syria for $500 million, accusing it of providing military and logistical support to Hamas in the deadly October 7 massacre. The plaintiffs are seeking compensation for the physical and emotional damages they and their families suffered during the attacks. The lawsuit leverages US laws that allow for legal action against countries designated as state sponsors of terrorism. The case centers on the claim that Syria's support for Hamas directly facilitated the massacre and other acts of terror. Legal experts involved in the case stressed the importance of civil lawsuits as a tool in the fight against terrorism.