Syrian Security Personnel Killed in Ambush Amidst Power Shift
Following the recent overthrow of Bashar al-Assad’s regime by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) forces, 14 Syrian interior ministry troops were killed in an ambush near Tartous, allegedly by Assad loyalists. This clash followed the attempted arrest of a former Saydnaya prison officer, highlighting ongoing tensions and resistance to the new authorities. Simultaneously, unrest erupted in Homs and other cities, sparked by a disputed video and fears of retribution against Alawites, Assad’s minority sect. The situation is further complicated by calls for justice regarding past atrocities committed during Assad’s rule, creating a complex and volatile atmosphere in post-Assad Syria.
John Q. Hosedrinker