In recent clashes in Syria, a deadly ambush by pro-Assad forces resulted in the deaths of 14 security personnel, marking a significant uptick in violence as new authorities struggle to assert control. The Syrian interior ministry reported that the personnel were targeted during confrontations linked to an attempted arrest of a former Assad-era officer. The violence has led to protests challenging the legitimacy of the newly established regime. Curfews have been imposed in Damascus and various cities as the situation remains tense, with additional clashes reported in Tartus and other regions. This turmoil highlights the ongoing struggle between the current leadership and loyalists of the ousted regime.