US EditionSyria announces ceasefire after latest outbreak of deadly sectarian violence
SWEIDA PROVINCE, SYRIA, JUL 15 – The ceasefire follows dozens of deaths from sectarian clashes fueled by kidnappings and fears of Israeli intervention, officials said the government will respond only to attacks by outlaw groups.
- On Monday, government security forces clashed with Druze armed groups in As-Suwayda province, southern Syria, amid escalating sectarian violence.
- The violence erupted following reciprocal kidnappings and assaults involving Sunni Bedouin groups and Druze militants in the southern region, sparking fears of a wider conflict and possible Israeli involvement.
- Israel struck a Syrian government tank nearby, with Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz stating the attack served as a warning to protect the Druze minority.
- Syria's defence minister announced a full ceasefire on Tuesday after government forces entered Sweida city, with security responding only to direct gunfire going forward.
- Despite the ceasefire, the situation remains volatile, as Druze spiritual leader Sheikh Hikmat al-Hijri accused the interim government of breaking promises and waging a total war of annihilation.
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