"Syria's new leader has been trying to stabilise his country and reintegrate it globally since he took office in January. But outbreaks of sectarian violence are threatening President Ahmed al-Sharaa's efforts to rebuild the country after 14 years of civil war. The latest flare-up on Sunday saw protesters from the Alawite minority group come face to face with supporters of the government in the coastal cities of Latakia and Tartous."
"Government troops sent to stop the violence were attacked. The once-powerful community says it is being marginalised. How big a security threat are the protests and violence? How can President al-Sharaa calm tensions? Presenter: Adrian Finighan Guests: Fadel Abdulghany Founder and executive director of the Syrian Network for Human Rights. Gamal Mansour Specialist in comparative politics and international relations Labib Nahhas Director of the Syrian Association for Citizens' Dignity"
Alawite protesters confronted government supporters in the coastal cities of Latakia and Tartous, leading to clashes and attacks on government troops deployed to halt the violence. President Ahmed al-Sharaa has sought to stabilise the country and reintegrate it globally since taking office in January, but outbreaks of sectarian violence endanger rebuilding after 14 years of civil war. The Alawite community reports marginalisation, heightening communal tensions. The confrontations present a significant security threat that risks undermining national stability and international reintegration. De-escalation, protection of civilians and security forces, and measures addressing political inclusion and perceived marginalisation are essential.
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