On October 21, 2025, two sisters — Haneen Raslan (14) and Ghazal Raslan (13) — were subjected to an attempted murder when unidentified gunmen on a motorcycle opened fire on them in the Akrama neighborhood of Homs, central Syria. The two girls sustained severe injuries and were transferred to the hospital, where they were admitted to intensive care. Reports indicate that one of them may have succumbed to her injuries. The incident is part of a broader pattern of security chaos and sectarian violence in Syria, where civilians are being deliberately targeted.
Detailed Documentation
Date: October 21, 2025
Location: Al-Omali Street, near the square, Akrama neighborhood, Homs city, Syria
Victim Information:
Name: Haneen Raslan
Age: 14
Name: Ghazal Raslan
Age: 13
Sectarian Background: Alawite
Personal Details: The sisters are originally from the village of al-Dhahabiya, west of Homs. They had been living in a rented basement in Homs, relying on humanitarian aid after losing their father several years ago.
Perpetrators:
Unidentified armed men on a motorcycle.
Context:
This attack occurred amid a surge in killings, kidnappings, and sectarian violence targeting minorities in Syria, following the assumption of power by Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham.
