The recent violence in Syria’s coastal region has left hundreds dead, sparking global debates over how to respond. Alawite civilians bore the brunt of the killings, with reports of entire families executed by both government forces and rogue militias. Countries worldwide now face tough choices as they consider sending billions to Syria’s new HTS-led government.
Israel’s UN ambassador, Danny Danon, urged Western nations to slow their support. He warned that trusting the new Syrian regime without proof of change repeats past mistakes. “You have to look at the actions of the regime, not the speeches,” Danon said. His words echo conservative concerns about pouring money into unstable governments with shaky human rights records.
The chaos began when Assad loyalists attacked Syrian security forces, killing over 200. Government-aligned groups retaliated with brutal “cleansing” operations. Videos show masked gunmen looting homes and shooting civilians. Over 800 were killed in just five days, according to Syrian human rights groups. Families fled to mountains or neighboring Lebanon, fearing more violence.
President Ahmad al-Sharaa promised justice, forming a committee to investigate the massacres. But conservatives question whether his government can control radical factions within its ranks. Reports suggest some killers wore official uniforms, raising fears that taxpayer-funded aid could end up in the wrong hands.
Western nations pledged billions to rebuild Syria, hoping to stabilize the region. Critics argue this rewards bad behavior. “Funding a regime that can’t protect its own people is reckless,” said one conservative analyst. They point to past failures where aid money fueled corruption instead of helping civilians.
The Alawite minority, once protected under Assad, now faces revenge attacks. Many blame the new government for failing to rein in vigilantes. “Survival is our only goal now,” said a young refugee who lost four relatives. Conservative voices stress that protecting religious minorities should be a top priority before sending cash.
Humanitarian groups say displaced families lack food and shelter. The Syrian Red Crescent claims it’s overwhelmed. Conservatives argue effective aid requires local partners with clean records, not rushed deals with untested leaders. They push for strict oversight to ensure funds don’t bankroll more abuses.
As the death toll rises, the world watches Syria’s next moves. Danon’s warning highlights a core conservative belief: trust must be earned, not bought. Until the HTS government proves it can govern fairly and punish killers, many say opening the cash spigot risks repeating history’s worst mistakes.
