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Syria Alawites' Resilience and Uncertainty

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March 11, 2025

In the aftermath of the regime's collapse, Alawite communities, particularly in regions like Latakia and Tartus, have faced significant challenges.

Syria Alawites' Resilience and Uncertainty

The Alawite community, a distinctive religious minority in Syria, has played a pivotal role in the nation's history and continues influencing its socio-political landscape. Originating as an esoteric sect of Shia Islam, the Alawites have navigated centuries of marginalization, eventual political ascendancy, and recent uncertainties following the fall of the Assad regime.

In the aftermath of the regime's collapse, Alawite communities, particularly in regions like Latakia and Tartus, have faced significant challenges. Incidents of violence, including revenge killings, have been reported, exacerbating existing fears. The new Islamist-led government has pledged inclusivity, but skepticism remains among Alawites, given historical grievances and recent events.

Alawites, constituting about 12–15% of Syria's population, primarily inhabit the mountainous regions of Latakia and extend into parts of northern Lebanon and southern-central Turkey. Their religious beliefs are characterized by a syncretic blend of Islamic traditions, with a particular reverence for Ali, the cousin and son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad. This veneration has historically set them apart from mainstream Sunni and Shia communities, leading to periods of persecution and isolation.

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