Over 8,000 Syrian Alawites Flee To Russian Base Amid Jihadist Killings: ‘We Need Russian Protection’ A new wave of refugees are fleeing Syria amid several days of sectarian-driven killings mainly targeting Alawites, and in some cases Christians, along the coastal areas in Tartus and Latakia governates. Fresh reports say that over 10,000 Syrians have entered the Lebanese region of Akkar as nearly 20 villages have opened up to the displaced. More are said to be headed further south to the large Lebanese city of Tripoli. SANA/AFP Though Tripoli has long been Lebanon’s Sunni stronghold, one of its neighborhoods, Jabal Mohsen,… — Continue at ZeroHedge News : Read More
