Civilian Massacres Follow Syrian Leaders’ Promises of Peace

In a grim contradiction, Syrian leaders’ vows of peace have been swiftly overshadowed by reports of civilian massacres. Families in Idlib and Aleppo bury their dead as renewed airstrikes and assaults shatter hopes for reconciliation.

Broken Promises, Renewed Bloodshed

Last week, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad pledged “national unity and reconstruction” in a rare public address. Yet within 72 hours, opposition-held areas faced brutal bombardments. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR) documented 87 civilian deaths, including 31 children, in just 48 hours.

“Every time they talk about peace, the bombs fall harder,” said Ahmad al-Hamid, a displaced father in Idlib.

Who’s Behind the Attacks?

While Syria denies targeting civilians, evidence points to regime and Russian forces using banned barrel bombs in populated areas. Extremist groups like Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) have also exploited the chaos with retaliatory strikes.

Global Condemnation, No Solutions

The UN demanded an “immediate ceasefire,” but Russia’s Security Council veto blocks action. Western nations have issued statements but remain inactive, while regional powers like Turkey and Iran fuel proxy fighting.

Is There Any Hope for Syria?

With Assad’s regime regaining territory but no political resolution, civilians face starvation, displacement, or persecution. Analysts say the regime’s strategy relies on “eliminating opposition by any means.”

As the world turns away, Syrians endure an endless nightmare. How many more will die before real change comes?

— NextMinuteNews

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