Syrian troops enter Druze city of Suwayda after days of deadly clashes
Summary
Syrian troops have entered the city of Suwayda in southern Syria after recent clashes between Druze and Bedouin tribes resulted in numerous deaths. The Syrian government imposed a curfew to stop the violence, and the military moved in with heavy equipment, marking the first such deployment in the city since a new Syrian government was formed.Key Facts
- Syrian troops entered Suwayda after deadly clashes between Druze and Bedouin tribes.
- A curfew was imposed to try to stop the violence that started over the weekend.
- At least 99 people have died, including 60 Druze and 18 Bedouin fighters.
- The Druze community in Syria mainly lives in Suwayda and some areas near Damascus.
- This is the first time Syrian government forces have entered Suwayda since a new government was formed.
- The violence in Suwayda is part of a long-standing feud between Druze and Bedouin groups.
- Israeli forces recently attacked Syrian military positions, claiming to monitor and target movements in southern Syria.
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