Syrian Druze fighters roam the streets of the city of Sweida, in the south of the country, after the withdrawal of government troops, on July 17, 2025. (Credit: AFP)
Despite the announcement of a cease-fire Wednesday night between Damascus and some Druze armed factions, clashes continued Friday in Syria’s southern province of Sweida. Government forces had begun pulling back, but deep sectarian grievances — intensified by the involvement of Sunni tribes backing Bedouin fighters — have reignited tensions.As of Saturday, over 940 people have been killed in these clashes since they ignited on Sunday.Weapons have flooded Syria throughout the civil war, particularly in the south, where trafficking is widespread and local communities have enjoyed relative autonomy from the Assad regime. In addition to government troops, Bedouin tribes, Druze militias and broader Sunni armed groups have joined the fight. What's next for the Syrian government? After Sweida it's back to square one for Sharaa Here’s a...
Despite the announcement of a cease-fire Wednesday night between Damascus and some Druze armed factions, clashes continued Friday in Syria’s southern province of Sweida. Government forces had begun pulling back, but deep sectarian grievances — intensified by the involvement of Sunni tribes backing Bedouin fighters — have reignited tensions.As of Saturday, over 940 people have been killed in these clashes since they ignited on Sunday.Weapons have flooded Syria throughout the civil war, particularly in the south, where trafficking is widespread and local communities have enjoyed relative autonomy from the Assad regime. In addition to government troops, Bedouin tribes, Druze militias and broader Sunni armed groups have joined the fight. What's next for the Syrian government? After Sweida it's back to square one for Sharaa ...
