On Tuesday, large groups of Syrian regime forces entered the southern Syrian city of Sweida, home to many Druze, sparking violent clashes with local Druze militias
The Sunni Muslim-led Syrian government sent tanks, armored vehicles, and artillery to the area.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) received orders from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz to immediately attack Syrian forces in Sweida.
The goal was to protect the Druze minority in Syria, given their historical and family ties with the Druze living in Israel.
According to the Israeli government, Syria violated an agreement prohibiting the entry of troops and weapons into the south of the country, which could threaten Israel’s security.
The Israeli strikes destroyed tanks, armored vehicles, rocket launchers, and roads used by Syrian forces.
The Israeli military said it continues to monitor the situation and is prepared for different scenarios, ensuring border security and the protection of the Druze.
That same Tuesday, following the Israeli airstrikes, Syrian Defense Minister Murhaf Abu Qasra announced a ceasefire in Sweida.
He said his forces would only respond to attacks by armed militias and that they had reached an agreement with local leaders to maintain the peace.
That same night, dozens of Israeli civilians crossed the border into Syria near Majdal Shams, a Druze town on the Israeli side of the Golan Heights.
The Israeli military sent troops to bring them back to safety and prevent the situation from escalating.
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Israeli Minister Amichai Chikli, responsible for diaspora affairs and combating anti-Semitism, called for the elimination of Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, whom he called a “terrorist” and a “barbaric murderer.” In a post on X, Chikli shared videos showing Syrian soldiers humiliating Druze leaders and civilians, such as shaving their mustaches.
He criticized the silence of European leaders in the face of massacres against minorities, such as the Alawites and now the Druze, and argued that Syria’s “terrorist regime” must be combated.
Summary: Israel attacked Syrian forces in Sweida to protect the Druze community, after the Syrian regime sent troops and violated demilitarization agreements.
The Israeli army remains vigilant, while a ceasefire was announced by Syria.
The situation in the region remains tense, with Israel defending the Druze and criticizing the Syrian government.
Published in 07/15/2025 22h37
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