Kidnappings of women and girls in Syria have reached alarming levels, sparking widespread fear among the country's minority groups. The recent surge in abductions has been linked to extremist groups, who are targeting women and girls from minority communities, including Christians and Kurds. As the conflict in Syria continues to escalate, these kidnappings have become a growing concern for human rights activists and local residents, who fear for the safety of their loved ones. With reports of forced marriages, conversions, and even forced recruitment into extremist groups, the situation has taken a dire turn for many families in Syria.


In Syria, Kidnappings of Women and Girls Fuel a Minority Group’s Fears  The New York Times