Syrian government forces enter city of Sweida after deadly sectarian clashes

Syrian government forces began entering the predominantly Druze city of Sweida, the interior ministry said Tuesday, aiming to end deadly clashes with Bedouin tribes there. Druze religious leaders said in statement they approved the deployment of Damascus-aligned forces, who plan to impose a curfew in the southern city. 

Jul 15, 2025 - 15:04
Syrian government forces enter city of Sweida after deadly sectarian clashes
Syrian government forces began entering the predominantly Druze city of Sweida, the interior ministry said Tuesday, aiming to end deadly clashes with Bedouin tribes there. Druze religious leaders said in statement they approved the deployment of Damascus-aligned forces, who plan to impose a curfew in the southern city.