In the “Tariq al-Maslakh” neighborhood of Al-Aaqbieh (Saida District), Syrian refugees have faced escalating threats and violent attacks, culminating in the forced displacement of 23 families following events in March. A personal dispute rapidly turned into organized assaults involving looting, and property destruction, all taking place with minimal intervention by security forces. The neighborhood, long home to displaced Syrian families living in precarious conditions, became a target amid rising social tensions and systematic incitement against refugees. The violence reflects a broader trend of discriminatory practices and forced evictions, fueled by political rhetoric and unchecked hate speech. The situation underscores the urgent need to protect refugee rights, ensure safe housing, and counter the growing climate of impunity surrounding attacks on displaced communities.
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