The statement declared the organization's establishment following what was described as a "unified attack" against the General Security Service in Latakia Governorate, which reportedly resulted in more than sixteen fatalities among government personnel.

Clashes began in Beit Ana, birthplace of Colonel Suhayl al-Hasan, after local residents obstructed attempts by security forces to arrest an individual wanted by the transitional government.

Council forces confronted transitional government military planes and helicopters in the woodlands surrounding Beit Ana and Daliyah in Latakia's countryside.

[1][3] On 6 March, the Naval College in Latakia was temporarily seized by the Coastal Shield Brigade, reportedly affiliated with the council, before government forces reclaimed control several hours later.

[1][4] The Syrian Interim Government characterized the council's activities as "part of a psychological warfare campaign" meant to mislead citizens while propagating civil chaos.