Syria: Country in Mercy of Civil War – Executions and Mass Exodus

The situation in Syria continues to deteriorate as the country faces one of its darkest hours. In recent days, over 1,000 people have lost their lives, including 745 civilians. The focal point of this civil conflict is western Syria, a stronghold of former President Bashar al-Assad’s supporters. The international community watches anxiously, expressing deep concern over the escalating violence. Amid claims from the de facto regime about restoring order, Ahmed al-Sara has spoken of the challenges ahead. New authorities had promised safety for the Alawite community under their governance, yet mass executions, primarily targeting Alawites by government security forces, have instilled fear among the religious minority. Many are fleeing the country as tensions escalate. Transitional President Ahmed al-Sara described current events as part of ‘expected challenges’ while calling for national unity in a video broadcast via Arabic media. Clashes persist between rebel forces and Alawite fighters loyal to ousted leader Assad. According to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, these are the deadliest incidents since December 8 when radical Sunni organization Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) seized power. At least 745 Alawite civilians were killed in coastal areas and Latakia mountains. The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs urged an immediate halt to hostilities and protection for civilians. France condemned atrocities against unarmed individuals based on religion or imprisonment. Christians, Druze, Yazidis, and even Alawite Muslims face potential genocide according to reports. Education Minister Nazir al-Kandri announced school closures today and Monday in Latakia and Tartous provinces. Restoring security remains the biggest challenge for new leadership after 13 years of civil strife.