In ongoing sectarian violence in Syria's Sweida province, the newly formed government grapples with rising ethnic tensions following the civil war, resulting in over 50 deaths and numerous injuries.
Sectarian Violence Erupts in Southern Syria Amid Government Struggles for Control
Sectarian Violence Erupts in Southern Syria Amid Government Struggles for Control
Over 50 fatalities reported in clashes between Druse militias and Bedouin groups as new government faces challenges asserting authority.
Amidst rising ethnic and religious clashes, violence has surged in southern Syria, leading to over 50 fatalities in less than 48 hours. Tensions erupted between Bedouin groups and Druse militias in the province of Sweida, a flashpoint for conflicts that reveal the challenges facing the newly formed government under President Ahmed al-Shara, following the ousting of Bashar al-Assad's regime.
According to a local health official and multiple monitoring groups, the ongoing clashes, which began on Sunday, have also resulted in over 150 injuries, including children. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported on the tragic loss of young lives, highlighting the severe humanitarian toll of the violence.
Responding to the tumult, the Syrian government has called for restraint and dispatched military forces to stabilize the situation. The Defense Ministry announced that its troops are committed to swiftly resolving the unrest and are facilitating safe passage for civilians seeking to evacuate the conflict zone.
In a potentially significant development, the clashes have also claimed the lives of 18 soldiers deployed to restore order, shedding light on the precarious security situation in the region. As the new government struggles to unify various armed factions under a centralized authority, the conflict underscores the ongoing fragility of peace in a post-civil war Syria.
