Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that they have ordered the Israeli Army (IDF) to attack Syrian forces following an attack on the Druze community in Syria
In a joint statement, they explained that the objective is to target “Syrian regime forces and weapons brought into the Sweida region,” an area in southern Syria.
They said these actions violate an agreement that prohibits the entry of armed forces and weapons into this region, which could pose a threat to Israel.
The statement emphasizes that Israel wants to protect the Druze in Syria because of its ties of friendship and shared history with the Druze living in Israel.
Furthermore, it seeks to prevent the Syrian government from attacking this community and to ensure that the area near the border with Israel remains free of armed forces, in accordance with the demilitarization agreement.
Attacks in Sweida are a “test” of Israeli policy, says official
An Israeli defense official stated that the army’s strikes against Syrian forces in Sweida were “very large.” According to her, these strikes demonstrate Israel’s commitment to keeping southern Syria demilitarized and protecting the Druze.
The army confirmed that it attacked Syrian military vehicles in the Sweida region, following government orders.
The strikes came after the army identified a convoy of Syrian armored vehicles, including tanks and rocket launchers, heading toward the city of Sweida the night before, where violent clashes between Druze and Bedouin tribes have been taking place.
The Israeli army reported striking several vehicles, including tanks and troop transports, and blocking access routes to prevent them from reaching the area.
The IDF stated that it continues to monitor the situation in Syria.
Recently, the Syrian Defense Minister announced a ceasefire in Sweida following clashes in the city.
Published in 07/15/2025 08h09
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