Antiwar News With Dave DeCamp 3/10/25: Over 1,000 Killed in Syria as HTS Massacres Alawites, Israel Cuts Electricity to Gaza, and More
Mar 10, 2025
A brutal attack in Syria leaves over 1,000 Alawites dead, prompting a significant refugee crisis. In Gaza, Israel's electricity cutoff exacerbates a dire humanitarian situation. The podcast also highlights internal U.S. tensions regarding pro-Palestinian activism, particularly the troubling detention of a green card holder without a warrant. As voices advocating for free speech face repercussions in universities, broader geopolitical concerns are raised, including potential escalations in military conflicts.
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Massacres in Syria
- Over 1,000 people were killed in Syria over the weekend in massacres by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS).
- HTS, an Al-Qaeda offshoot, targets the Alawite minority, executing civilians and spreading horrific videos on Telegram.
Refugees Flee to Lebanon
- 10,000 Syrian Alawites, along with Christians, have fled to northern Lebanon following the massacres.
- This new refugee influx follows a period of returning refugees after the Syrian regime change.
Gaza Crisis Escalates
- Israel cut off electricity to Gaza, escalating collective punishment to pressure Hamas.
- This impacts Gaza's water supply and worsens the ongoing humanitarian crisis, with the UN World Food Program warning of dwindling supplies.