Syrian Writer Warns of Collective Punishment Against Alawites
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A new trial in Syria is examining the March massacres that targeted the Alawite community. Syrian writer Samar Yazbek states that these events are part of a larger pattern of abuse.
Yazbek reports that thousands have suffered since the fall of President Bashar al-Assad's government. She also highlights the inaction of both national authorities and civil society groups. The writer describes the situation as a "massive collective punishment" for the Alawite community.