Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard's warning of a terrorist takeover in Syria appears to be coming true as reports indicate atrocities committed by al Qaeda-linked forces aligned with Syria's new president. The violence includes massacres of Alawites and Christians, with over 340 civilians killed in two days. The situation is chaotic, with civilians being targeted and seeking protection from the U.S. and others.
Key Points
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard warned of a terrorist takeover in Syria
Al Qaeda-linked forces aligned with Syria's new president accused of massacring Alawites and Christians
Over 340 civilians, mostly Alawites, killed in two days
Civilians seeking protection from the U.S. amid chaos and violence
Pros
Highlighting human rights violations in Syria
Raising awareness of terrorist threats in the region