France Condemns Violence Against Alawites in Syria Amid Rising Casualties
France has condemned recent violence against Alawites in Syria, reporting 745 civilian casualties. The French government called for investigations and accountability while Syrian leadership vowed to address past regime actions. Egyptian officials have also voiced concerns about the violence and supported Syrian stability efforts.
On Saturday, France strongly condemned the violence against civilians in Syria, particularly highlighting the targeting of Alawites, a religious minority linked to deposed president Bashar al-Assad. Reports indicate that at least 745 Alawite individuals have been killed by security forces and affiliated groups in recent days. A French foreign ministry statement urged Syria’s new authorities to ensure independent investigations into these atrocities and to hold the perpetrators accountable.
The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights provided alarming statistics, detailing that these killings included overt human rights violations, documented video evidence showing summary executions and extreme degradation of civilians. Other accounts include disturbing videos where Alawite civilians were seen being forced to crawl and bark like dogs, showcasing the brutalities faced.
In response to the violence, Syria’s Interim President Ahmed Al-Sharaa announced intentions to eradicate remnants of the previous regime during a recent address which also promised justice and accountability. Concurrently, the Syrian Defence Ministry has established an emergency committee tasked with investigating reported abuses by its forces and ensuring actions are taken against violators in military courts.
Recent clashes in the cities of Latakia and Tartus, known for their strategic importance, have been described as the most significant challenge the Syrian government has faced since the overthrow of the Assad regime in December 2024. This confrontation arose after General Security forces were ambushed, igniting violence in key areas, notably in Qardaha, the Assad family’s ancestral home.
Concerns have also been voiced by Egypt regarding the escalation of violence in Latakia, with the Egyptian Foreign Ministry expressing its steadfast support for the Syrian state and calling for national stability amid ongoing security hurdles. Egypt emphasized the urgency of combating all forms of violence and advocating for the Syrian national interest to navigate this critical transitional phase effectively.
France has condemned the recent violence against Alawites in Syria, urging for investigations and accountability. Disturbing reports have emerged of widespread killings and severe human rights violations, prompting government and military responses in Syria. The escalating clashes represent a significant challenge for the current regime. Egypt has expressed solidarity with Syrian authorities, emphasizing the need for national stability amid turmoil.
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