Israel bombs Syrian forces entering Druze city after sectarian clashes

Jul 15, 2025
BBC News
Israel bombs Syrian forces entering Druze city after sectarian clashes
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Israel bombs Syrian forces entering Druze city after sectarian clashes

Attack amid heightened tensions

Syrian forces entered the Druze-majority city, sparking fears of sectarian clashes and a human rights crisis.

Israeli response

In response to the incursion, Israel launched air strikes that killed several Syrian soldiers and destroyed ammunition warehouses.

Regional implications

The attack marks a significant escalation in the Syrian conflict, highlighting the complex Lebanese and regional dynamics and the geopolitical challenges stemming from the conflict.

Original source: BBC News