Fighting erupted in western Syria as clashes between Alawite loyalists and security forces resulted in over 250 deaths. Interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa addressed the Alawite community, urging them to surrender or face dire consequences. Reports highlighted that loyalists attacked security forces strategically, leading to significant casualties. Many civilians sought refuge at the Russian Khmeimim base, as authorities struggled to regain control in multiple neighborhoods. The Syrian government deployed tens of thousands of newly formed fighters to restore order in key coastal towns, indicating a critical security operation underway to reclaim stability in the region.
"Alawite loyalists clashed with security forces in Syria, leading to more than 250 deaths. Interim President al-Sharaa urged for surrender to avoid further conflict."
"The Alawite sect had made an unforgivable mistake. The riposte has come, and you have not been able to withstand it," stated al-Sharaa in a speech.
"Authorities lost control in several neighborhoods after rebellions, but reinforcements have carried out a huge security operation in Tartous and Latakia," reported Al Hajj.
"Tens of thousands of fighters in newly constituted security forces were deployed to restore order along the coast," stated Moussa al-Omar.
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