Syria Imposes Curfew in Latakia and Tartous After Clashes

Syria has enforced a stringent curfew in the coastal provinces of Latakia and Tartous following intense clashes between government forces and opposition groups. The unrest, which broke out on March 7, 2025, has led to a significant increase in security measures as reported by Reuters, The New York Times, and the Associated Press.

The clashes have been particularly intense in Latakia, a stronghold of President Bashar al-Assad's Alawite sect. According to the Financial Times, the conflict has resulted in casualties on both sides, with the Syrian government deploying additional troops to quell the uprising. The violence has sparked concerns about a potential escalation of conflict in a region that has been relatively stable compared to other parts of the country.

President Assad's administration has attributed the unrest to foreign-backed militants aiming to destabilize the government. In response, the curfew aims to control movement and prevent further violence. International observers are closely monitoring the situation, fearing that it could lead to broader regional instability.

• Bashar al-Assad
• Latakia
• Syria
• Tartous

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