Clashes in Syria between Bedouin tribes, government forces, and the Druze minority have left dozens dead, raising fears of escalating violence.

Israel, which views the Druze as an ally, has intervened by striking several Syrian tanks. The IDF later claimed the airstrikes were aimed at preventing hostile forces from massing near its northern f

Intervention by Syrian security forces to contain the escalation in Druze-majority Suwayda province has been met with resistance from the local Druze community.