On Thursday, violent clashes erupted in the coastal province of Latakia between Syrian security forces and pro-Assad fighters, resulting in 48 deaths. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported that 16 police personnel were ambushed by supporters of ousted President Assad. In retaliation, clashes ensued, leading to significant casualties, including pro-Assad fighters and civilians. The incident, described as the most violent against new authorities since Assad’s fall, involved a planned assault by militia remnants, prompting military reinforcements and curfews in nearby Alawite areas.
A total of 48 people were killed in fighting between Syrian security forces and pro-Assad fighters on Thursday, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR) reported.
The monitoring body called it 'the most violent attacks against the new authorities since Assad was toppled,' reflecting the severity of the clashes.
Mustafa Kneifati, a security official, described the assault as 'a well-planned and premeditated attack' by groups loyal to ousted President Assad.
Following the attacks, large military reinforcements and overnight curfews were imposed on Alawite-populated areas, indicating escalating sectarian violence.
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