Clashes Between Arab Tribes and Druze Groups Continue in Suwayda; Large Mobilization of Arab Fighters

Kokcha News: The violent clashes between Arab tribes and Druze groups in Syria’s Suwayda province have entered a new phase, with reports indicating that large convoys of Arab tribal fighters have arrived in the surrounding areas to engage in combat and “cleanse” the region of Druze forces.

The clashes, which began several days ago, have intensified as Arab fighters from other parts of Syria have mobilized and moved toward Suwayda. It is reported that tens of thousands of fighters have reached the outskirts of the province, which is considered a stronghold of the Druze community.

Background of the Clashes:
The recent clashes between Arab tribes and Druze groups began after a series of limited skirmishes in the past few days and quickly spread to wider areas. Syrian military forces also intervened in the clashes but faced retaliatory attacks from Druze groups, resulting in the deaths of dozens of soldiers.

Recent Developments and Reactions:
As the clashes escalated, Israel, under the pretext of protecting the Druze community, increased its airstrikes across Syria. These strikes included targeting the General Staff headquarters and the presidential palace in Damascus on Wednesday.

Meanwhile, the Syrian presidency announced a new agreement last night, brokered by Arab and American mediators. According to the agreement, Syrian military forces have begun withdrawing from Suwayda to de-escalate tensions.

The recent clashes in Suwayda highlight the deep-seated tensions among various communities in Syria and raise the risk of escalating sectarian and regional conflicts.