Israel Strikes Syrian Forces Amidst Sweida Tensions

Syria claims ⁢its forces responded to being fired ⁣upon, while Israel states its actions are ⁢to protect Druze communities.

Syrian security forces⁣ were seen patrolling the southern Druze city of Sweida following Israeli airstrikes. the Syrian Ministry of Defense stated that its forces had retaliated after coming⁤ under fire.

Israel’s ‍Defence Minister, Israel Katz, reportedly declared that the Israeli military would continue to target Syrian forces until they withdrew and “leave Druze alone.” This statement, according to local reports, highlights ⁤Israel’s stated intention to protect Druze populations in ⁤the region.

Syria,though,has accused militias within Sweida of breaching a⁣ ceasefire agreement that was only recently established on Tuesday. The Syrian ‍defence ministry issued a‍ statement asserting, “Military⁢ forces continue to respond to the source of fire inside the city of Sweida, while ‍adhering to‍ rules⁤ of engagement to protect residents, prevent harm, and ensure the safe return of those who left the city back to their homes.”

The situation ⁤in Sweida remains tense, with both sides presenting differing accounts of the⁢ events and their motivations. The involvement⁤ of external forces ⁣in the internal Syrian conflict ⁣continues to be a‍ complex and⁢ volatile ⁤issue.Read more from sky News:

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