In a tumultuous response to escalating sectarian violence, Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa has vowed to protect the Druze people while addressing the recent military actions by Israel.
**Syria's President Pledges Protection for Druze Amid Rising Sectarian Violence**
**Syria's President Pledges Protection for Druze Amid Rising Sectarian Violence**
Syria's interim president assures safety for Druze community after Israeli strikes follow deadly clashes in Suweida province.
The ongoing unrest in Syria has led to significant loss of life, with over 350 casualties reported following clashes between Druze militias and Bedouin tribes. In his first televised speech since Israel's recent air strikes on Damascus, President Sharaa expressed determination to safeguard the Druze community, stating it is a top priority for the government.
Reports indicate that the military is presently withdrawing from Suweida under a ceasefire deal with Druze leaders, although the stability of this agreement remains uncertain. The violence erupted in Suweida province, prompting Israeli air strikes aimed at Syrian military positions following accusations of attacks on Druze civilians.
Sharaa insisted that the Druze were integral to Syria's national fabric and condemned any interference by external forces. Despite previous violence, he emphasized the government's aim to restore order and hold accountable those responsible for acts against the Druze.
Israel's military actions targeted Syrian military headquarters and assets, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu affirming the necessity of these strikes to protect Druze citizens. The situation remains critical as the international community, including the United States, seeks to mediate and establish a lasting ceasefire amid the ongoing crisis.
At this point, over 350 fatalities have been documented since the violence escalated, with significant losses on all sides. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights and local sources confirm staggering figures, while also highlighting the urgent need for peaceful solutions to avert further bloodshed in the region.
Reports indicate that the military is presently withdrawing from Suweida under a ceasefire deal with Druze leaders, although the stability of this agreement remains uncertain. The violence erupted in Suweida province, prompting Israeli air strikes aimed at Syrian military positions following accusations of attacks on Druze civilians.
Sharaa insisted that the Druze were integral to Syria's national fabric and condemned any interference by external forces. Despite previous violence, he emphasized the government's aim to restore order and hold accountable those responsible for acts against the Druze.
Israel's military actions targeted Syrian military headquarters and assets, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu affirming the necessity of these strikes to protect Druze citizens. The situation remains critical as the international community, including the United States, seeks to mediate and establish a lasting ceasefire amid the ongoing crisis.
At this point, over 350 fatalities have been documented since the violence escalated, with significant losses on all sides. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights and local sources confirm staggering figures, while also highlighting the urgent need for peaceful solutions to avert further bloodshed in the region.
