14.07.2025 23:00
Israel struck tanks belonging to the Syrian army that were heading to the region to intervene in armed clashes between Druze and Bedouin armed groups in the city of Sweida, Syria. The Syrian Ministry of Defense announced that 18 soldiers lost their lives in the clashes in Sweida.
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Israel carried out an airstrike on a tank convoy belonging to the Syrian army that was on its way to intervene at the scene of armed clashes between Druze and Bedouin armed groups in the city of Sweida, Syria.
ISRAEL STRIKES TANKS BELONGING TO THE SYRIAN ARMY In a statement made by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), it was stated, "Early this morning, tanks moving towards the city of Sweida in southern Syria were detected. The IDF carried out an attack to prevent the tanks from reaching their target. The presence of these tanks in southern Syria could pose a risk to the security of the State of Israel. The IDF will not allow a military threat to exist in southern Syria and will do everything in its power to prevent it. We continue to monitor developments in the region."
"DEVELOPMENTS INDICATE THE PRESENCE OF ORGANIZED ELEMENTS SEEKING TO DRIVE THE REGION INTO INSTABILITY" Following the Israeli attack, the Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs made a statement. The statement included the following: "Syria expresses its deep sorrow and concern in the face of the dangerous escalation that occurred in the province of Sweida, resulting from clashes between illegal groups and some armed individuals within the province. These clashes have led to bloody events affecting civilians, resulting in dozens of people, including civilians, losing their lives or being injured. The events have caused panic and chaos among the public. During this process, while the authorities are working to calm the tensions, security forces have been subjected to armed attacks and complex operations while carrying out their duties. All these developments indicate the presence of organized elements seeking to drive the region into instability and undermine the role of state institutions in Sweida. The Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterates its call to all countries and international organizations to respect Syria's sovereignty and not to support any separatist movements."
18 SOLDIERS KILLED IN CLASHES Meanwhile, the Syrian Ministry of Defense reported that 18 soldiers lost their lives during the armed clashes between Druze and Bedouin armed groups in Sweida. The Ministry of Interior also announced that more than 30 people were killed in the clashes in the city, and 100 others were injured.
Source: AA / IHA
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