Antiwar News With Dave DeCamp 3/11/25: Syria's HTS Says Ops Against Alawites Over, Trump Vows More Arrests for Pro-Palestine Acts, and More
Mar 11, 2025
Explore the brutal anti-Alawite campaigns in Syria, with over 1,300 lives lost and a controversial merger of U.S.-backed forces. Hear about President Trump's threats towards pro-Palestine activists and the chilling effect on free speech. The complexities of Hamas talks are discussed, alongside U.S. sanctions on Iraq and their impact. Plus, protests erupt in Romania over a nullified election, raising questions about democracy in the EU. Dive into these pressing global issues and more!
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HTS Operations and Massacres
- HTS declared an end to operations against Alawites after 1,300 reported deaths, mostly civilians.
- The Syrian Defense Ministry claimed victory in Tartus and Latakia, but mass executions of Alawites and Christians were reported.
SDF and HTS Merger
- The U.S.-backed SDF reached a deal to merge with the HTS government, raising concerns about Turkey's reaction.
- This agreement integrates the SDF's civil and military institutions, including resources like border crossings and oil fields, under Syrian state administration.
Israel Condemns HTS
- Israel condemned the HTS government as "Al Qaeda terrorists" after the massacres.
- This condemnation follows Israel's increased bombing of the Assad government and their subsequent occupation of southern Syria.