Syria's interim government has declared the end of a brutal military operation against pro-Assad insurgents in the coastal region, following days of intense violence. Reports indicate that over 1,000 civilians, including women and children, were killed, with accusations of summary executions and other atrocities. The crackdown targeted loyalists of former President Bashar al-Assad, highlighting deep divisions within the country. Human rights organizations have condemned the killings, calling for accountability and protection of civilians. The violence raises concerns about Syria’s ability to maintain stability and unity in the aftermath of Assad’s fall.
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Syria government says coast operation against pro-Assad militias completed
The announcement comes as the fighting between pro-Assad militias and members of the security forces killed more than 1,000 people, majority of whom are civilians, amid reports of rights violations.
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UN says entire families killed in Syria military operation
Entire families including women and children were killed in Syria's coastal region during a military crackdown against an insurgency by Bashar al-Assad loyalists, the U.N human rights office said on Tuesday.
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Syria: End Coastal Killing Spree, Protect Civilians
Summary executions and other atrocities have taken place in Syria’s coastal region following insurgent attacks on Syrian security forces and during subsequent government security operations, with the Alawite community bearing the brunt of the violence.
