Syria evacuates Bedouins from clashes-hit Suwayda as shaky ceasefire holds
Summary
The Syrian government is evacuating Bedouin families from the city of Suwayda after recent clashes with Druze fighters. A ceasefire is in place as efforts continue to stabilize the area, while a humanitarian aid convoy has already reached the city.Key Facts
- Bedouin families are being evacuated from Suwayda, a city in southern Syria.
- Clashes between Druze and Bedouin fighters caused about 260 deaths and displaced over 128,000 people.
- The Syrian government aims to evacuate 1,500 people to Daraa, a nearby area.
- Around 500 people left Suwayda on Monday using buses and trucks, with the help of the Red Crescent.
- The ceasefire requires Bedouin fighters to release any captured Druze women and leave the province.
- The United Nations is providing aid such as food, water, and medical supplies to Suwayda.
- Israeli forces conducted air attacks in Syria, claiming to protect the Druze community.
- Syrian Interior Minister mentioned setting a security cordon around Suwayda to maintain peace.
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