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Protesters Gather in Tartous and Latakia, Calling for Release of Former Soldiers

Hundreds of people have taken to the streets in Tartous and Latakia, Syria, to demonstrate their support for the release of former soldiers who served under ousted leader Bashar al-Assad. The protesters gathered in these cities on [date] as part of a larger movement calling for the release of individuals who were detained following the ousting of al-Assad from power.

The demonstrations, which took place in Tartous and Latakia, saw hundreds of people gather to express their demands for the release of former soldiers. The protesters’ chants and slogans focused on the issue of detention and the need for their release.

Details about the specific individuals being held are not available at this time. However, it is reported that they were detained following al-Assad’s ousting from power in 2017.

The protests in Tartous and Latakia are part of a broader movement calling for the release of former government officials who served under al-Assad’s leadership. The movement has gained momentum in recent weeks, with similar demonstrations taking place in other parts of Syria.

The protesters’ demands for the release of former soldiers have been met with varying degrees of response from authorities. It is unclear at this time what actions will be taken to address the protesters’ demands.

Source: Al Jazeera