Almost 600 killed in south Syria violence, monitoring group says
Summary
Almost 600 people have died in recent violent clashes in southern Syria between the Bedouin and Druze communities, according to a monitoring group. The fighting took on a sectarian nature, involving government forces and led to Israel launching air strikes. An uneasy calm currently exists as government forces withdraw from the Druze-majority city of Suweida.Key Facts
- A monitoring group reported that 594 people were killed in the violence in southern Syria.
- The clashes occurred in Suweida province, sparked by a dispute between Bedouin and Druze communities.
- Among the dead were 300 Druze, including fighters and civilians, and 257 government personnel.
- Israeli air strikes reportedly killed 15 government personnel, aiming to protect the Druze and deter government forces.
- Another group documented the deaths of at least 169 civilians.
- An uneasy calm has been observed following the government's withdrawal from Suweida.
- A Druze leader rejected a government ceasefire, calling for continued resistance.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israel will continue to protect its interests and prevent Syrian military deployment south of Damascus.
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