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Clashes between Alawite protesters and counterdemonstrators in Syria's coastal cities have resulted in at least three deaths and dozens of injuries, following a bombing at an Alawite mosque in Homs claimed by a group targeting the sect. The violence reflects ongoing sectarian tensions after the fall of Bashar Assad, with security forces attempting to control the unrest and investigations ongoing.
Following the fall of Assad, Syria's minorities, especially Alawites and Christians, face increasing violence, revenge attacks, and sectarian killings, leading to fear, displacement, and concerns over the country's fragile unity and future stability.
A Reuters investigation reports nearly 1,500 Alawites were killed in sectarian massacres along Syria's Mediterranean coast in March 2025, with evidence linking the violence to Syria's new leadership and various armed groups, raising concerns about accountability and ongoing instability.
In a surprising turn of events, the coastal heartland of Syria, traditionally loyal to the Assad regime, celebrated the rebels' victory as Bashar al-Assad fled the country. The Alawite community, which has historically supported the Assads, expressed discontent due to worsening poverty and high casualties during the civil war. Despite fears of sectarian retribution, rebel leaders have sought to reassure Alawites and Christians of their safety. The fall of the regime has led to the dismantling of Assad's patronage networks, with many regime loyalists fleeing or hiding.