The Syrian government announced a ceasefire to halt clashes between Druze and Sunni militias in Sweida, which have resulted in over 300 deaths. The violence erupted after a Druze youth was attacked by Sunni Bedouins, leading to retaliatory kidnappings. Government troops were deployed to restore order, but fatal incidents included the execution of 19 Druze civilians. Israel intervened with airstrikes to protect the Druze population, emphasizing their loyalty within Israeli society. Long-standing grievances among various groups in Syria continue to fuel such violent conflicts, highlighting societal divisions.
The national government of Syria has announced a new ceasefire to end clashes between Druze and Sunni militias around the southern city of Sweida.
More than 300 people were killed and many more injured through Wednesday amid clashes that began after a Druze youth was beaten and robbed by members of the Sunni Bedouin community.
Aymenn Jawad al-Tamimi stated that Druze fighters initially resisted the troops but eventually handed over their weapons.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that the attacks aimed to prevent Syria's government from harming the Druze population.
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