Syrian government understating kidnappings of Alawite women: report

Syrian government understating kidnappings of Alawite women: report Submitted by Alex MacDonald on Sat, 04/04/2026 - 09:06 Investigations say dozens of Alawite girls and women have disappeared and faced sexual and violent abuse Men hold up signs that read 'Release of the detained' (L) and 'No to killing' in a protest at al-Azhari Square, Latakia at attacks against Alawites, on 25 November 2025 (Haidar Mustafa/AFP) Off Syria 's government is understating the kidnapping, disappearance and violent and sexual abuse of