Over 300 Alawite civilians killed in Syrian conflict

Over 300 Alawite civilians have been killed by security forces in Syria amid clashes with pro-Assad militants. This brings the total death toll to 553, including security personnel and pro-Assad fighters, according to a war monitor. The violence erupted after security forces arrested a wanted individual in an Alawite village. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported that many victims were executed, with ongoing security operations in the region. Calm has reportedly returned, but fears of reprisals against Alawites persist. The new government faces challenges in restoring order and addressing tensions within the community.