American Citizen Killed in Syria Amid Sectarian Violence Against Druze Minority

Druze Minority Targeted in Syria

• 🎯 Hassam Saraya, a 35-year-old US citizen, was killed in southern Syria last week, with his death confirmed by the US State Department.
• 💔 Family members in Houston are devastated, stating that their loved ones, who are Druze, were targeted and killed for their religious beliefs.
• 🕯️ Hassam Saraya was kidnapped and killed along with his father, brother, three uncles, and a cousin, who were executed while on their knees.

Plea for Help and Consular Assistance

• 🆘 Another American, Solomon Mlad, is mourning the loss of his father, who was killed when attackers entered their home.
• 👨‍👩‍👧 Mlad is now worried about his wife and four-month-old child, who are still in Syria and unable to leave the southern region.
• 🌍 He is desperately appealing for help from communities, the United Nations, or any organization that can assist in getting his family to safety.

Condemnation and Call for Justice

• ⚖️ Secretary of State Marco Rubio has condemned the violence and called for justice for the victims.
• 🙏 Houston families hope these words translate into action to prevent further loss of life.
• 🗺️ The video includes a map illustrating the different factions in Syria, highlighting the complex and volatile environment.