Over 1,000 killed in Syria's recent clashes

Syria has experienced its worst violence in months, with over 1,000 people killed in clashes following an ambush on a security patrol by pro-Assad gunmen near Latakia. This escalation marks the most severe conflict since December. The violence has primarily affected the Alawite community, with reports of revenge killings and widespread destruction in coastal areas. Rights groups estimate hundreds of civilians have died, and essential services like electricity and water have been disrupted. The interim government, led by Ahmad Al-Sharaa, is facing challenges in restoring order and reconciling with various groups. Al-Sharaa has called for accountability for human rights violations and formed a committee to investigate the violence.