{"id":132583,"date":"2025-11-26T06:41:05","date_gmt":"2025-11-26T06:41:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/npasyria.com\/en\/?p=132583"},"modified":"2025-11-26T06:41:07","modified_gmt":"2025-11-26T06:41:07","slug":"aanes-voices-deep-concern-over-rising-tensions-in-syrias-alawite-cities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/npasyria.com\/en\/132583\/","title":{"rendered":"AANES voices &#8220;deep concern&#8221; over rising tensions in Syria&#8217;s Alawite cities"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>QAMISHLI, Syria (North Press) \u2013<\/strong> The Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria (AANES) expressed on Tuesday \u201cdeep concern\u201d over rising tensions across several Syrian cities, particularly in the Alawite-predominantly cities on the Syrian coast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a statement, the AANES warned that civilians and peaceful demonstrators are facing \u201cdirect targeting\u201d that risks igniting a new cycle of violence in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The AANES said that attacks on protesters demanding their legitimate rights, along with the deployment of armed groups under labels such as \u201ctribal mobilization\u201d and \u201cTribal Forces,\u201d constitute \u201csystematic practices aimed at undermining civil peace and fueling discord among Syrians.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The statement comes as large protests continue in Latakia, Jableh, and Tartus, where residents\u2014mostly from Alawite-majority communities\u2014have taken to the streets over deteriorating living conditions, corruption, and what they describe as \u201cstate negligence.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Over the past week, activists have documented the use of live fire and tear gas by government security forces, as well as the arrival of pro-government local militias to disperse crowds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Suwayda, demonstrations have also escalated after security forces reportedly opened fire on protesters demanding political reforms and an end to economic hardship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Similar tensions were recorded in parts of Homs, where residents reported security deployments around government buildings and sudden detentions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The AANES reaffirmed its full support for the aspirations of Syrians \u201cin all regions\u201d and their right to peaceful protest for \u201cfreedom, justice, and equality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It stressed that \u201cpolitical and peaceful dialogue is the only path to navigate the current stage and prevent the country from sliding into further chaos.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The AANES called on the Syrian transitional government to respect the will of Syrians in the coast, the south, and other governorates, and to halt the use of violence against civilians.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It warned that the ongoing escalation in Homs, the coastal region, and Suwayda will have \u201cserious consequences\u201d for Syria\u2019s future and its path toward building a decentralized, democratic state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The statement described repeated attacks on civilians as \u201ca blatant violation of humanitarian and national values,\u201d emphasizing the need to stop incitement and hate speech circulating through media outlets and social media, which it said contributes to tearing the social fabric and heightening tensions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The AANES concluded by reiterating that its choice \u201chas always been and will remain peace, dialogue, the unity of Syrians, and building a new, democratic, and decentralized Syria.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>By Jwan Shekaki<\/strong><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>QAMISHLI, Syria (North Press) \u2013 The Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria (AANES) expressed on Tuesday \u201cdeep concern\u201d over rising tensions across several Syrian cities, particularly in the Alawite-predominantly cities on the Syrian coast. 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