Over 1,000 killed in Syria’s recent clashes

Recent clashes in Syria have resulted in over 1,000 deaths, marking the deadliest violence since the ousting of President Bashar al-Assad three months ago. The fighting involves government forces and former loyalists, with significant casualties among Christians and Alawites. The violence began when government forces were ambushed while attempting to detain a wanted individual. Revenge killings followed, particularly in Alawite coastal areas, leading to hundreds of deaths, including many civilians. Thousands have fled to nearby mountains for safety. Syria's interim president, Ahmed al-Sharaa, is working to establish legitimacy and has called for security forces to regain control. However, the ongoing violence poses challenges to these efforts, as sectarian tensions rise in the region.