Latakia

Latakia is a coastal city in Syria experiencing heightened tensions and unrest. Predominantly Alawite, the city has recently been the site of deadly attacks on Alawite neighborhoods, leading Syrian authorities to impose an overnight curfew. These attacks have fueled protests by Alawites demanding better security. Demonstrations have turned deadly, with clashes erupting and resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries. Simultaneously, protests have occurred demanding the release of former soldiers who served ousted leader Bashar al-Assad. These events highlight a broader context of instability and security concerns in Syria's western coastal region. The situation in Latakia is further complicated by the ongoing ceasefire between the Syrian army and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), with both sides accusing each other of violations, though the ceasefire is largely holding.