Several dead in clashes in predominantly Druze Syrian city
Summary
In Sweida, Syria, fighting between Bedouin tribes and Druze community members resulted in several deaths. This marks the first major violence since clashes in April and May. Authorities are attempting to reduce the tension.Key Facts
- Fighting between Bedouin tribes and Druze community members occurred in Sweida, Syria.
- At least eight people died, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights.
- Local news outlet Sweida 24 reported seven deaths, including a child, and about 32 people injured.
- The fighting led to the closure of the Damascus-Sweida highway.
- The Syrian government sent soldiers to try to calm the situation.
- Sweida is home to a large population of Druze people, about 700,000.
- Bedouin and Druze groups have had a history of conflicts in the region.
- Previous clashes in April and May also resulted in many deaths, leading to efforts to integrate Druze fighters into the government.
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