On the morning of October 12, 2025, the disappearance of 24-year-old Hashem al-Khaddour, a member of the Alawite community, was reported after all contact with him was lost following his departure from his home in the city of Tartous, western Syria. His absence was immediately noticed, as his mobile phone became unreachable, prompting deep concern among his family and leading them to report the incident.
Detailed Documentation Information
Date: October 12, 2025
Location: Al-Tali‘a neighborhood, Tartous city (Syria)
Victim’s Identity:
Name: Hashem al-Khaddour
Age: 24 years old
Religious/Sectarian Affiliation: Alawite
Perpetrator: Unknown
Context:
This incident comes amid a rise in killings, sectarian violence, and abductions targeting minorities in Syria following the takeover of power by Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham.
