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Masked Men Kidnap Alawites, Sparking Sectarian Violence in Syria

3/27/2025

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On March 6, chaos engulfed Syria as masked men seized over 25 unarmed Alawite men in Damascus, igniting sectarian violence. This turmoil stemmed from a violent uprising by pro-Assad Alawites, resulting in hundreds of fatalities. The UN revealed that over 21,000 people have fled to Lebanon, as investigations into these tragic events continue.

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On March 6, chaos engulfed Syria as masked men seized over 25 unarmed Alawite men in Damascus, igniting sectarian violence. This turmoil stemmed from a violent uprising by pro-Assad Alawites, resulting in hundreds of fatalities. The UN revealed that over 21,000 people have fled to Lebanon, as investigations into these tragic events continue.