Protests erupt in north-eastern Syria, tensions rise in Deir ez-Zor
Multiple reports surface of rising tension in Syria’s NE corridor as it relates to community interactions with the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), International Christian Concern has learned.
This paramilitary group has come under scrutiny by locals in Deir ez-Zor for their tight restrictions on community life and oversight of daily activities, as well as corruption, ICC reported.
Protests have erupted in some areas, with some expressing concerns that the security situation in this corridor is, at best, unstable and highly volatile.
The full impact of the Syrian conflict was felt among the traditional Christian communities, including the danger posed by ISIS.
However, the area had achieved some resemblance of stability compared to other parts of Syria. This was widely disrupted by the Turkish invasion in October 2019. This led to significant security concerns for this region, especially that ISIS may take advantage of the situation.
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