Syrian Security Forces Accused of Executing Dozens of Alawites in Military Operations

Violent clashes in northwest Syria have left over 140 dead as new authorities target Assad loyalists in a deeply divided nation.

The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reports the execution of at least 69 Alawites by security forces during military operations near Latakia.
The operations, aimed at dismantling Assad loyalist groups, have resulted in 147 deaths, including civilians, security forces, and armed fighters.
A strict curfew remains in effect in Latakia and Tartous as reinforcements flood the area to restore control and conduct sweeping raids.
Captured in the violence was Ibrahim Houweija, a former intelligence chief accused of orchestrating assassinations under Hafez al-Assad's regime.
Saudi Arabia and Turkey have expressed concerns, with Saudi Arabia condemning violence against security forces and Turkey warning against regional destabilization.