On the morning of October 7, 2025, teacher Layal Damar Gharib was assassinated in front of her school’s gate in the Jab Al-Jandali neighborhood of Homs city in central Syria. Two armed individuals opened fire on her, leading to her immediate death. The crime sparked local anger, which was manifested in a protest vigil by teachers the following day, where they denounced the crime and demanded protection for civilians and workers in the education sector.
Detailed Documentation Information
Date: October 7, 2025.
Location: In front of the gate of Walid Al-Najjar School, Jab Al-Jandali neighborhood, Homs city, Syria.
Victim’s Identity:
Name: Layal Damar Gharib.
Profession: Teacher.
Marital Status: Mother of four children.
Place of Residence: Al-Zahraa neighborhood, Homs.
Sect/Background: Belonged to the Alawite sect.
Perpetrating Party (Accused): Activists from the Alawite community accused elements of the “Public Security” apparatus affiliated with the interim authority controlled by “Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham” of committing the crime.
