Abduction of Alawite Islamic Council Head in Tartus by Damascus Forces
Monday 29 December 2025 - 14:33
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The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported that Sheikh Mohammad Ali Halhal, head of Syria’s Supreme Islamic Alawite Council in Tartus province, has been abducted by al‑Joulani’s forces.
Local sources also stated that movement in Tartus province has been banned by al‑Joulani’s forces until 7 a.m. Monday. These developments have heightened concerns over rising tensions and insecurity in Alawite‑majority areas of Syria.
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