Fighting erupted between Druze militias and Sunni Bedouin clans, accompanied by support from some security units for the Bedouin fighters. Israel responded by striking military vehicles to protect the Druze minority near its border. The Syrian Interior Ministry indicated a dangerous breakdown of order, confirming the deployment of forces to confront the violence. Clashes have resulted in more than 100 fatalities according to the UK-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. Gunfire and smoke were visible in the region following a ceasefire declared by the Syrian defense minister.
Fighting broke out between Druze militias, Sunni Bedouin clans, and government forces, with reports of security units supporting Bedouin fighters. Israel struck military vehicles in response to threats against the Druze minority near its border.
The Syrian Interior Ministry described the situation as a dangerous breakdown of order and confirmed the deployment of forces to the area amid ongoing clashes.
More than 100 people have reportedly died in the clashes, according to the UK-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights.
Gunfire and smoke were reported over the region following a ceasefire declared by the Syrian defense minister after government forces entered the city.
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