Sectarianism
Confronting Sexual Violence
A young Alawite woman’s abduction and rape by men in Syrian security uniforms has shocked the nation and pierced a wall of silence around sexual violence.
Salamiyah’s Lesson for Syria
In the wake of Bashar al-Assad’s ouster, sectarian violence has flared across Syria. But Salamiyah, a city of 100,000 on the edge of the Syrian desert, has stood apart. Home to Ismailis, Sunnis and Alawites, it may be a model for reconciliation and pluralism in post-Assad Syria.
How Desperation Sowed the Seeds of Rebellion in Syria’s Latakia Province
In Syria’s Latakia province, a stronghold of the former Assad regime, the loss of jobs and opportunities and a feeling of being marginalized by the state are leading Alawites to rebel against the new administration.
Sectarian Violence Simmers in Homs
The Syrian city of Homs is plagued by kidnappings and killings. The victims are largely members of the Alawite minority, and the motives appear to be sectarian. The situation remains volatile, with little transparency from the authorities and ongoing fear among residents.