Hundreds of people demonstrated in the southern Syrian city of Sweida, pressing for the self-determination of the Druze people.

Protesters demanded full independence from Syria, dismissing ideas of federalism or autonomy as inadequate. Speakers at the protest argued that statehood would guarantee their security, citing recent episodes of violence as evidence that inter-ethnic coexistence under one state is no longer a viable solution.



Syria's Druze Protesters Demand Sweida Autonomy And Turn Toward Israel

Israel has around 150,000 people of the Druze population. Most of them live in the Golan Heights and northern Israel, and they serve in the Israeli military. Hence, their voices are difficult to ignore for Netanyahu. 

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To understand the clashes, it is important to learn about the Bedouins and their relations with the Druze. Here is what you should know.

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Video claims to show hundreds of Arab tribal fighters moving towards Syria to fight Druze

The Syrian military entered the Druze strongholds and has launched an attack on Druze militias, triggering fears of an attack on minorities - even under the new Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa - and prompting Israeli strikes. 

Who are the Druze and why is Israel bombing Syria in name of protecting this minority community?

The Israeli forces launched strikes on Syrian Army headquarters in capital Damascus after the ceasefire was violated. The IDF in a post on X, stressed that they are striking the area, noting they are also prepared for "various scenarios".

Israel bombs Syrian Army headquarters in Damascus after ceasefire violation

The Israeli minister vowed that they will not stand idly by in the face of the "Islamist-Nazi terror regime of Al-Qaeda" in a suit and tie. After attacks on Druze, Israeli PM Netanyahu also ordered troops to immediately strike regime forces. 

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For the first time in decades, Syrian Druze clerics have crossed the armistice line into the Golan Heights for a historic pilgrimage. The rare visit was met with celebrations as local Druze gathered, waving flags and chanting in joy. This moment marks a significant cultural and religious milestone for the community.

Syrian Druze clerics make historic pilgrimage to Israel after decades

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Syria's Druze Protesters Demand Sweida Autonomy And Turn Toward Israel

Why is Israel protecting Druze in Syria? Is it Netanyahu’s secret war?

Who are the Bedouins fighting the Druze in Syria's Suwayda region?

Video claims Arab tribal fighters heading to Syria to fight Druze forces

Who are the Druze and why is Israel bombing Syria?

Israel bombs Syrian Army headquarters in Damascus after ceasefire violation

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