70 Killed as Assad’s Militants Clash with Govt Forces in Syria
The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights has reported that more than 70 people have been killed and dozens wounded in clashes between government security forces and militants loyal to deposed ex-President Bashar al-Assad in Syria. The fighting erupted when government forces were ambushed during a security operation in the province of Latakia. This violent clash marks one of the most intense battles since Bashar al-Assad’s ouster last December, ending 24 years of his rule.
According to reports, the government forces were conducting a security operation in Latakia when they were ambushed by militants loyal to Assad. The militants, who are believed to be remnants of the Syrian army, launched a surprise attack on the government forces, leading to intense fighting in the province.
The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, a UK-based watchdog group, reported that at least 70 people have been killed in the clashes, including both government forces and militants. Dozens more have been wounded, with many of them suffering critical injuries.
The exact number of casualties is difficult to determine due to the intensity of the fighting and the remote location of the clash. However, eyewitnesses have reported that the fighting was intense, with both sides suffering significant losses.
The clash is believed to be a major setback for the government forces, who had been making progress in their efforts to consolidate their control over the country. The government has been fighting to regain control of key cities and provinces, which were lost to rebels during the civil war.
The Syrian civil war, which began in 2011, has been marked by intense violence and bloodshed, resulting in the loss of hundreds of thousands of lives. The conflict has also led to the displacement of millions of people, with many seeking refuge in neighboring countries or in Europe.
The ouster of Bashar al-Assad last December marked a major turning point in the conflict, with many believing that it would bring an end to the violence and bloodshed. However, the recent clash suggests that the conflict may not be over yet, and that the government and rebels may still engage in intense battles in the future.
The international community has been closely watching the situation in Syria, with many countries calling for a peaceful resolution to the conflict. The United Nations has been working to broker a peace deal between the government and rebels, but so far, no agreement has been reached.
The recent clash is a reminder of the fragile nature of the peace in Syria, and the need for continued international efforts to bring an end to the conflict. The international community must continue to work together to support a peaceful resolution to the conflict, and to protect the rights and dignity of the Syrian people.
