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#REDIRECT [[2010–2011 Arab world protests#Syria]]
| title = 2011 Syrian protests
| image = Syrian day of anger protest.jpg
| caption = "Escape! We don't love you!"
| alt =
| location = {{flag|Syria}}
| coordinates =
| date = February 2011 – ''ongoing''
| time =
| timezone =
| characteristics = [[Demonstration (people)|Demonstrations]], [[Self immolation]].
| injuries = 0
| fatalities = 1
}}

Following the [[2010-2011 Tunisian Revolution]], [[Syria]] witnessed minor incidents.

==Self Immolation of Hasan Ali Akleh==
On 26 January 2011, Hasan Ali Akleh from [[Al-Hasakah]] poured gasoline and burned himself in the same way as Mohamed Bouazizi. According to eyewitnesses, the action was "a protest against the [[Syrian government]]".<ref name="Hasan Ali Akleh 1">{{cite web|url=http://www.free-syria.com/loadarticle.php?articleid=37797 |title=Information on the death of a young man who burned himself in Al Hasakah |publisher=free-syria.com |date= |accessdate=2011-01-30}}</ref><ref name="Hasan Ali Akleh 2">{{cite web|url=http://www.metransparent.com/spip.php?page=article&id_article=12661&lang=ar |title=Syrian suicider is "Hasan Ali Akleh". Damascus has banned a demonstration in support of Egypt |publisher=metransparent.com |date= |accessdate=2011-01-30}}</ref> On 29 January 2011, news channel [[Al Arabiya]] reported that Internet connection was cut off, that was quickly denied by official sources.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.dp-news.com/pages/detail.aspx?l=2&articleId=72236 |title=Internet is Available across Syria |publisher=dp-news.com |date= |accessdate=2011-01-30}}</ref>

==Ar-Raqqah Protest==
On 28 January 2011, a demonstration was held in [[Ar-Raqqah]] during the evening, in protest against the killing of two soldiers of [[Kurdish people|Kurdish]] descent.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://free-syria.com/loadarticle.php?articleid=37803 |title=Demonstration in Ar-Raqqa, Syria |publisher=free-syria.com |date= |accessdate=2011-01-30}}</ref>

==President Assad Interview==
On 31 January 2011, the ''[[Wall Street Journal]]'' ran an exclusive interview with [[Bashar al-Assad]], [[President]] of [[Syria]], in which he said it's time to reform. In a comment on the protests in [[Protests in Egypt|Egypt]], [[2010–2011 Tunisian uprising|Tunisia]] and [[2011 Yemeni protests|Yemen]], he said a "new era" is coming to the [[Middle East]], and that Arab rulers would need to do more to accommodate their people's rising political and economic aspirations.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748703833204576114712441122894.html |title=Interview With Syrian President Bashar al-Assad |publisher=wsj.com |date= |accessdate=2011-01-31}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748704832704576114340735033236.html |title=Syria Strongman: Time for 'Reform' |publisher=wsj.com |date= |accessdate=2011-01-31}}</ref>

==February 4th, Day of Rage==
On 3 February another "Day of rage" was called for in Syria from 4–5 February on [[social media]] sites Facebook and Twitter. Protesters demand reform in the government, however most protests so far have remained outside of Syria and have been small.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/41400687/ns/world_news-mideastn_africa/ |title='Day of rage' protest urged in Syria - World news - Mideast/N. Africa - msnbc.com |publisher=MSNBC |date= |accessdate=2011-02-03}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.aysor.am/en/news/2011/02/03/syrian-facebook-twitter/ |title=“Day of Rage” planned for Syria; protests scheduled for Feb 4-5 - aysor.am - Hot news from Armenia |publisher=aysor.am |date= |accessdate=2011-02-03}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://freedomist.com/2011/01/30/syran-anger-day-planned-feb-5-2011/|title=Syrian Anger Day Planned Feb 5, 2011|author=William R Collier jr|date=January 30, 2011|publisher=The Freedomist|accessdate=January 31, 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://topsy.com/freedomist.com/2011/01/30/syran-anger-day-planned-feb-5-2011/ |title=Syrian Anger Day Planned Feb 5, 2011 &#124; The Freedomist |publisher=TOPSY |date= |accessdate=2011-02-01}}</ref>

The protests were expected to begin on 4 February 2011 as [[social media]] mobilised the people of [[Syria]] for rallies demanding freedom, [[human rights]] and the end to the [[state of emergency]]. Protests were also scheduled for 5 February in front of the parliament in [[Damascus]] and at Syrian embassies internationally.<ref>[http://english.aljazeera.net/news/middleeast/2011/02/201122171649677912.html "Calls for weekend protests in Syria"].</ref> The planned protests had been named "Day of Rage."<ref>[http://www.aolnews.com/2011/01/31/syria-protests-set-for-feb-5-will-the-day-of-rage-mirror-eg/ AOL News].</ref> The only known action took place February 5, where hundreds of protesters in [[Al-Hasakah]] participated in a mass demonstration, calling for the [[Bashar al-Assad| President]]'s departure. Syrian authorities have arrested dozens and the demonstration was triggered quickly.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://free-syria.com/loadarticle.php?articleid=37849 |title=Demonstration on the day of anger in Hasaka and Syrian authorities arrested dozens |publisher=free-syria.com |date= |accessdate=2011-02-15}}</ref> President [[Bashar al-Assad]] has declared that his state is immune from the kinds of mass protests taking place in Egypt.<ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/opinion/2011/02/02/middle-east-protests-syria-egypt/ FOX News opinion].</ref> ''Al Jazeera'' also reported plans to increase security for the planned "days of rage." Days before the planned protests, Syrian authorities arrested several political activists, such as businessman Ghassan al-Najar, leader of the Islamic Democratic movement,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.elaph.com/Web/news/2011/2/629499.html |title=Arrest of leader of the Islamic Democratic movement in Syria |publisher=elaph.com |date= |accessdate=2011-02-12}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://free-syria.com/loadarticle.php?articleid=37876 |title=Transfer of activist Ghassan Najar to Adra prison after being referred for trial |publisher=free-syria.com |date= |accessdate=2011-02-12}}</ref> the writer Ali al-Abdallah,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://free-syria.com/loadarticle.php?articleid=37861 |title=Start of the trial exhibits and the Syrian writer Ali Abdullah |publisher=free-syria.com |date= |accessdate=2011-02-12}}</ref> Abbas Abbas, from [[Syrian Communist Party]]<ref>{{cite web|url=http://free-syria.com/loadarticle.php?articleid=37788 |title=Jailed prominent Syrian opposition for seven and a half years |publisher=free-syria.com |date= |accessdate=2011-02-12}}</ref> and several other political personalities of Kurdish backgrounds, such as Adnan Mustafa.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://free-syria.com/loadarticle.php?articleid=37802 |title=Syrian authorities detain national identity Adnan Mustafa Abu Ammar |publisher=free-syria.com |date= |accessdate=2011-02-12}}</ref> Suhair Atassi, who runs the banned [[Jamal al-Atassi| Jamal Atassi Forum]], called for political reforms and the reinstatement of civil rights, as well as an end to the emergency law in place since 1963.<ref>{{cite magazine|url=http://english.aljazeera.net/indepth/2011/02/201129135657367367.html |title=Q&A: Syrian activist Suhair Atassi |publisher=Al Jazeera English |date=2011-02-09 |accessdate=2011-02-13}}</ref> However, no protests occurred on either date.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.upi.com/Top_News/Special/2011/02/04/Syria-quiet-on-day-of-rage/UPI-58781296853501/ |title=Syria quiet on day of rage |publisher=UPI.com |date= |accessdate=2011-02-08}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.irishtimes.com/newspaper/world/2011/0205/1224289070429.html |title=Call for Syrian 'day of rage' as planned protests fail to ignite - The Irish Times - Sat, Feb 05, 2011 |publisher=The Irish Times |date= |accessdate=2011-02-08}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|last=Karam |first=Zeina |url=http://www.miamiherald.com/2011/02/05/2052033/syria-escapes-day-of-rage-protests.html |title=Syria escapes 'Day of Rage' protests - World Wires |publisher=MiamiHerald.com |date= |accessdate=2011-02-08}}</ref> Though internet services were said to have been curbed, ''Facebook'' and ''Youtube'' were reported to have been restored on 8 February.<ref>http://www.nytimes.com/2011/02/10/world/middleeast/10syria.html</ref> Suggestions were made that easing the ban could be a way to track activists.<ref>{{cite web|author=Jillian York |url=http://english.aljazeera.net/indepth/opinion/2011/02/2011212122746819907.html |title=Unblocking Syria's social media |publisher=Al Jazeera English |date= |accessdate=2011-02-13}}</ref> After the failure of attempts to a "day of rage," ''[[Al Jazeera]]'' called the country "a kingdom of silence" and identified key factors for stability within Syria as being strict security measures, the popularity of President [[Bashar al-Assad]], and fears of potential sectarian violence in the aftermath of a government ouster (akin to neighbouring [[Iraqi insurgency|Iraq]]).<ref>{{cite web|url=http://english.aljazeera.net/indepth/features/2011/02/201129103121562395.html |title=Syria: 'A kingdom of silence' |publisher=aljazeera.net |date= |accessdate=2011-02-12}}</ref>

==Tal al-Mallohi Sentenced==
On February 14, blogger and student [[Tal al-Mallohi]] was sentenced to five years in prison for spying for the United States. Washington denied these allegations and asked for the release Tal immediately. February 15, under pressure from human rights organizations, the Syrian government released ''Ghassan al-Najjar'', a "veteran Islamist activist" after he went on hunger strike following his arrest for calling for mass protests.<ref>{{cite news | url = http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/02/16/us-protests-idUSTRE71F41K20110216?pageNumber=2 | title = Egypt-inspired protests gain pace across region | first = Paul | last = Taylor | date = 2011-02-16 | publisher = Reuters }}</ref> February 16, regime critic and director of the Organisation for Democracy and Freedom in Syria (ODFS) [[Ribal al-Assad]], the son of [[Rifaat al-Assad]] and cousin to Syrian President [[Bashar al-Assad]] held a press conference in London, where he made it clear that he "does not want to see a Syrian revolution, but a peaceful change of power".<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.elaph.com/Web/news/2011/2/632409.html |title=Opposition leader Ribal Al-Assad is optimistic to changes in Syria |publisher=elaph.com |date= |accessdate=2011-02-16}}</ref>

==February 17th Down Town Damascus protest==
On February 17, a fight took place in central [[Damascus]], between a shop owner and traffic police. Everything took a new turn when three police officers began attacking the man and beat him severely. Several people gathered around and blocked the road, while shouting "the Syrian people will not be pushed down". An eyewitness estimated the number to more than 1,500 demonstrators. Secret police officers arrived quickly to the scene along with several "big names" and finally [[Minister of the Interior]] who scared away the demonstrators. The [[Minister of the Interior| minister]] took the shop owner in his car and promised to investigate what had happened.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://free-syria.com/loadarticle.php?articleid=37926 |title=After the attack on a young man, beating and humiliation: the hundreds of Syrians demonstrating in Harika |publisher=free-syria.com |date= |accessdate=2011-02-17}}</ref> A couple of hours later, several video versions were posted on YouTube.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qDHLsU-ik_Y |title=Demonstration in Damscus Syria |publisher=Youtube |date= |accessdate=2011-02-17}}</ref>

==Anti-government graffiti==
On February 19, several Syrian websites reported widespread anti-government graffiti across Damascus and other major cities. <ref>http://www.sooryoon.net/exclusive/%D8%B4%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%A8-%D8%B3%D9%88%D8%B1%D9%8A%D8%A9-%D9%8A%D9%83%D8%AA%D8%A8%D9%88%D9%86-%D8%B4%D8%B9%D8%A7%D8%B1%D8%A7%D8%AA-%D8%AA%D8%B7%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A8-%D8%A8%D8%B1%D8%AD%D9%8A%D9%84-%D8%A8/</ref>

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2011 Syrian protests
File:Syrian day of anger protest.jpg
"Escape! We don't love you!"
DateFebruary 2011 – ongoing
Casualties
Death(s)1
Injuries0

Following the 2010-2011 Tunisian Revolution, Syria witnessed minor incidents.

Self Immolation of Hasan Ali Akleh

On 26 January 2011, Hasan Ali Akleh from Al-Hasakah poured gasoline and burned himself in the same way as Mohamed Bouazizi. According to eyewitnesses, the action was "a protest against the Syrian government".[1][2] On 29 January 2011, news channel Al Arabiya reported that Internet connection was cut off, that was quickly denied by official sources.[3]

Ar-Raqqah Protest

On 28 January 2011, a demonstration was held in Ar-Raqqah during the evening, in protest against the killing of two soldiers of Kurdish descent.[4]

President Assad Interview

On 31 January 2011, the Wall Street Journal ran an exclusive interview with Bashar al-Assad, President of Syria, in which he said it's time to reform. In a comment on the protests in Egypt, Tunisia and Yemen, he said a "new era" is coming to the Middle East, and that Arab rulers would need to do more to accommodate their people's rising political and economic aspirations.[5][6]

February 4th, Day of Rage

On 3 February another "Day of rage" was called for in Syria from 4–5 February on social media sites Facebook and Twitter. Protesters demand reform in the government, however most protests so far have remained outside of Syria and have been small.[7][8][9][10]

The protests were expected to begin on 4 February 2011 as social media mobilised the people of Syria for rallies demanding freedom, human rights and the end to the state of emergency. Protests were also scheduled for 5 February in front of the parliament in Damascus and at Syrian embassies internationally.[11] The planned protests had been named "Day of Rage."[12] The only known action took place February 5, where hundreds of protesters in Al-Hasakah participated in a mass demonstration, calling for the President's departure. Syrian authorities have arrested dozens and the demonstration was triggered quickly.[13] President Bashar al-Assad has declared that his state is immune from the kinds of mass protests taking place in Egypt.[14] Al Jazeera also reported plans to increase security for the planned "days of rage." Days before the planned protests, Syrian authorities arrested several political activists, such as businessman Ghassan al-Najar, leader of the Islamic Democratic movement,[15][16] the writer Ali al-Abdallah,[17] Abbas Abbas, from Syrian Communist Party[18] and several other political personalities of Kurdish backgrounds, such as Adnan Mustafa.[19] Suhair Atassi, who runs the banned Jamal Atassi Forum, called for political reforms and the reinstatement of civil rights, as well as an end to the emergency law in place since 1963.[20] However, no protests occurred on either date.[21][22][23] Though internet services were said to have been curbed, Facebook and Youtube were reported to have been restored on 8 February.[24] Suggestions were made that easing the ban could be a way to track activists.[25] After the failure of attempts to a "day of rage," Al Jazeera called the country "a kingdom of silence" and identified key factors for stability within Syria as being strict security measures, the popularity of President Bashar al-Assad, and fears of potential sectarian violence in the aftermath of a government ouster (akin to neighbouring Iraq).[26]

Tal al-Mallohi Sentenced

On February 14, blogger and student Tal al-Mallohi was sentenced to five years in prison for spying for the United States. Washington denied these allegations and asked for the release Tal immediately. February 15, under pressure from human rights organizations, the Syrian government released Ghassan al-Najjar, a "veteran Islamist activist" after he went on hunger strike following his arrest for calling for mass protests.[27] February 16, regime critic and director of the Organisation for Democracy and Freedom in Syria (ODFS) Ribal al-Assad, the son of Rifaat al-Assad and cousin to Syrian President Bashar al-Assad held a press conference in London, where he made it clear that he "does not want to see a Syrian revolution, but a peaceful change of power".[28]

February 17th Down Town Damascus protest

On February 17, a fight took place in central Damascus, between a shop owner and traffic police. Everything took a new turn when three police officers began attacking the man and beat him severely. Several people gathered around and blocked the road, while shouting "the Syrian people will not be pushed down". An eyewitness estimated the number to more than 1,500 demonstrators. Secret police officers arrived quickly to the scene along with several "big names" and finally Minister of the Interior who scared away the demonstrators. The minister took the shop owner in his car and promised to investigate what had happened.[29] A couple of hours later, several video versions were posted on YouTube.[30]

Anti-government graffiti

On February 19, several Syrian websites reported widespread anti-government graffiti across Damascus and other major cities. [31]

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  2. ^ "Syrian suicider is "Hasan Ali Akleh". Damascus has banned a demonstration in support of Egypt". metransparent.com. Retrieved 2011-01-30.
  3. ^ "Internet is Available across Syria". dp-news.com. Retrieved 2011-01-30.
  4. ^ "Demonstration in Ar-Raqqa, Syria". free-syria.com. Retrieved 2011-01-30.
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  12. ^ AOL News.
  13. ^ "Demonstration on the day of anger in Hasaka and Syrian authorities arrested dozens". free-syria.com. Retrieved 2011-02-15.
  14. ^ FOX News opinion.
  15. ^ "Arrest of leader of the Islamic Democratic movement in Syria". elaph.com. Retrieved 2011-02-12.
  16. ^ "Transfer of activist Ghassan Najar to Adra prison after being referred for trial". free-syria.com. Retrieved 2011-02-12.
  17. ^ "Start of the trial exhibits and the Syrian writer Ali Abdullah". free-syria.com. Retrieved 2011-02-12.
  18. ^ "Jailed prominent Syrian opposition for seven and a half years". free-syria.com. Retrieved 2011-02-12.
  19. ^ "Syrian authorities detain national identity Adnan Mustafa Abu Ammar". free-syria.com. Retrieved 2011-02-12.
  20. ^ "Q&A: Syrian activist Suhair Atassi". Al Jazeera English. 2011-02-09. Retrieved 2011-02-13. {{cite magazine}}: Cite magazine requires |magazine= (help)
  21. ^ "Syria quiet on day of rage". UPI.com. Retrieved 2011-02-08.
  22. ^ "Call for Syrian 'day of rage' as planned protests fail to ignite - The Irish Times - Sat, Feb 05, 2011". The Irish Times. Retrieved 2011-02-08.
  23. ^ Karam, Zeina. "Syria escapes 'Day of Rage' protests - World Wires". MiamiHerald.com. Retrieved 2011-02-08.
  24. ^ http://www.nytimes.com/2011/02/10/world/middleeast/10syria.html
  25. ^ Jillian York. "Unblocking Syria's social media". Al Jazeera English. Retrieved 2011-02-13.
  26. ^ "Syria: 'A kingdom of silence'". aljazeera.net. Retrieved 2011-02-12.
  27. ^ Taylor, Paul (2011-02-16). "Egypt-inspired protests gain pace across region". Reuters.
  28. ^ "Opposition leader Ribal Al-Assad is optimistic to changes in Syria". elaph.com. Retrieved 2011-02-16.
  29. ^ "After the attack on a young man, beating and humiliation: the hundreds of Syrians demonstrating in Harika". free-syria.com. Retrieved 2011-02-17.
  30. ^ "Demonstration in Damscus Syria". Youtube. Retrieved 2011-02-17.
  31. ^ http://www.sooryoon.net/exclusive/%D8%B4%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%A8-%D8%B3%D9%88%D8%B1%D9%8A%D8%A9-%D9%8A%D9%83%D8%AA%D8%A8%D9%88%D9%86-%D8%B4%D8%B9%D8%A7%D8%B1%D8%A7%D8%AA-%D8%AA%D8%B7%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A8-%D8%A8%D8%B1%D8%AD%D9%8A%D9%84-%D8%A8/
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