Syrian presidency to send new force to halt clashes in south
Summary
The Syrian presidency plans to send a new military force to stop ongoing violence between Bedouin and Druze fighters in southern Syria near Suweida. Almost 600 people have died in the recent clashes, and there are accusations against government troops of killing Druze civilians. A ceasefire has reportedly been agreed upon between Israel and Syria, supported by Turkey and Jordan.Key Facts
- Syrian interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa intends to deploy forces to end clashes in the south.
- Fighting between Bedouin and Druze fighters has resulted in nearly 600 deaths since it began.
- Government troops are accused by locals of killing Druze civilians.
- Israel attacked targets in Syria to encourage troop withdrawal from Suweida province.
- The US ambassador to Turkey announced a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Syria.
- Israel and Syria have not officially confirmed the ceasefire.
- Suweida's Druze community follows a faith based on Shia Islam and distrusts the current Syrian government.
- The UN reported widespread human rights violations, including summary executions in the region.
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