A recent attack by pro-Assad forces in Syria resulted in significant casualties and ongoing violence amidst a turbulent transition of power. Reports indicate hundreds of extrajudicial killings, with the interim government facing challenges in maintaining order and gaining trust. Future conflicts may arise as various factions continue to assert their influence.

On 6 March 2025, an armed group loyal to former President Bashar al-Assad attacked security forces in Beit Ana village in the Lattakia countryside. This ambush resulted in several casualties among the service members and subsequent violence, including an attack on an ambulance that sought to aid the injured. The security forces responded with significant military force, leading to a series of attacks targeting key junctions in Lattakia and Tartus, resulting in extrajudicial killings within the Alawite community. Over four days, violence erupted at 57 different locations across Lattakia, Hama, Homs, and Tartus.

The violent conflicts in Syria’s coastal region reflect the challenging transition following years of civil unrest. The interim government faces immense pressure to establish security and build trust among minority communities that may oppose their rule. While the recent clashes seem to have subsided, the potential for future unrest exists as various anti-government factions remain active. Actions taken by both the interim government and regional powers will greatly influence Syria’s stability going forward.

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