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Syria's Alawite community: Once feared, now living in fear?


Published on 2024-12-28 13:00:59 - MSN
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  • Syria's ousted dictator Bashar Assad and his family were members of the secretive religious minority, and used the community's fears and desires to stay in power.

The article from MSN discusses the drastic shift in the circumstances of Syria's Alawite community, once a feared group due to their association with President Bashar al-Assad's regime, now living in fear themselves. Originally, Alawites were seen as the backbone of Assad's military and security apparatus, enjoying privileges and power. However, as the Syrian civil war has evolved, with the rise of opposition forces, ISIS, and other militant groups, the Alawites have become targets. The community now faces threats from various sides, including revenge attacks, displacement, and economic hardship due to sanctions and the broader economic collapse in Syria. The article highlights how many Alawites, who once supported the regime for protection, are now disillusioned, feeling abandoned by the government as it struggles to maintain control amidst ongoing conflict and international pressure. This has led to a significant change in their social and political standing, with many now seeking safety and stability, often outside of Syria.

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