More than 1,300 Syrians killed in 72 hours amid clashes and acts of revenge

In Syria, over 1,300 people, including civilians, have been killed in three days of intense fighting between government forces and those loyal to Bashar al-Assad. The conflict, the worst since Assad’s ouster, poses a significant challenge to Syria’s new government. The deaths include civilians, security forces, and Alawite militants. Many killings are seen as revenge against the Alawite community, Assad’s traditional supporters. The violence escalated after Alawite gunmen killed government forces in Latakia, leading to curfews and reinforcements in the region.

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