Historical Events tagged with "homs"
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Deadly Double Bombing Hits Homs Elementary School
In a horrific act of violence, a double bombing targeted an elementary school in Homs, Syria, resulting in the deaths of over 50 people, many of whom were children. As students were gathered on the premises, two explosive devices detonated, causing chaos and destruction. The attacks drew immediate condemnation and highlighted the ongoing violence impacting civilians amid the Syrian conflict. The incident brought attention to the vulnerable position of children in war zones and sparked outrage both nationally and internationally.
Continue ReadingOutbreak of Conflict in Syria
In Syria, protests erupted in March 2011, aiming for political reform and the release of political prisoners. Inspired by uprisings in Tunisia and Egypt, demonstrators took to the streets in cities like Daraa, demanding greater freedoms. The government's harsh response included violent crackdowns, escalating tensions and igniting a nationwide protest movement. The situation swiftly deteriorated, leading to armed resistance and conflicts between regime forces and opposition groups.
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