Syria's interim president, Ahmed al-Shara, has urged for calm as violence resurges between government fighters and loyalists of ousted dictator Bashar al-Assad, resulting in over 1,000 deaths, including 700 civilians. New clashes have been reported in Latakia and Tartus Provinces, following an ambush of government forces. Al-Shara announced a fact-finding committee to look into the violence. Amidst the turmoil, large-scale protests erupted, signaling discontent with the new government, while residents were ordered to stay indoors as security forces worked to manage the situation.
More than 1,000 people have been killed, including about 700 civilians, mostly by government forces, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights.
Al-Shara called on Syrians to be reassured because the country has the fundamentals for survival amid escalating violence.
Fighting erupted after armed men loyal to al-Assad ambushed government forces, marking the worst violence since the government's ousting.
Thousands protested in the streets against the new government, with residents ordered to stay indoors as security forces attempted to maintain order.
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