Syria's armed Bedouin clans withdrew from Sweida city after weeklong clashes with Druze militias, facilitated by a U.S.-brokered ceasefire. The conflict resulted in hundreds of deaths and posed a threat to Syria's postwar transition. Israel conducted airstrikes in the area against government forces supporting the Bedouins. Clashes sparked sectarian violence, leading to targeted attacks and counterattacks. Interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa, while sympathetic to the Bedouins, urged them to withdraw, emphasizing their role cannot replace the state's in maintaining order.
The clashes between militias of the Druze religious minority and the Sunni Muslim clans killed hundreds and threatened to unravel Syria's already fragile postwar transition.
Interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa, perceived as more sympathetic to the Bedouins, urged the Bedouins to leave the city, stating they cannot replace the state's role.
Dozens of armed Bedouin fighters and other clans supporting them remain on the outskirts of the city, cordoned off by government security forces and military police.
The clashes led to a series of targeted sectarian attacks against the Druze community, followed by revenge attacks against the Bedouins.
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