20.07.2025 21:27
The Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that the humanitarian aid convoy sent to the region following the clashes in Suwayda has been blocked. In its statement, the ministry warned that preventing the entry of the humanitarian aid convoy would have serious security consequences.
The Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs warned that blocking the entry of a humanitarian aid convoy into the Suwayda province would have serious security consequences.
Tensions have been ongoing for days in the city of Suwayda, Syria. The increasing tension between the Druze and Arab tribes in Suwayda has led to the withdrawal of security forces from the area. Taking advantage of the situation, Israel has carried out consecutive attacks on Damascus, citing internal conflicts as a justification.
NEW MOVE FROM THE SYRIAN GOVERNMENT
Meanwhile, there were also hot developments during the day. The Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs warned that blocking the entry of a humanitarian aid convoy into the Suwayda province would have serious security consequences.
In a written statement from the ministry, it was noted that after the increasing tension and violent incidents in Suwayda, necessary preparations were initiated to send a humanitarian aid convoy with the coordination of the Ministries of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Emergency and Disaster, Health, and Social Affairs, as well as the governorates of Daraa and Suwayda, ensuring appropriate security conditions.
"AID CONVOYS BLOCKED"
In a statement reporting that the entry of the aid convoy organized by the Syrian government into the Suwayda province was blocked despite repeated attempts, it was expressed that groups affiliated with Hikmet al-Hijri once again obstructed the convoy's entry.
The statement noted that it is expected that appropriate conditions will be provided for the unhindered and safe delivery of aid to those in need, and that efforts are being made to ensure the evacuation of humanitarian and international aid organization workers in Suwayda for their safety.
The statement emphasized that the deterioration of the security situation is a direct result of Israel's open intervention, and that the subsequent withdrawal of Syrian security forces has eliminated the capacity to maintain order and stability in the region.
The ministry's statement expressed that efforts would be resolutely continued in coordination with local and international partners to deliver humanitarian aid to the people in Suwayda and to ensure the safe return of all displaced persons to their homes.
CONFLICTS IN SUWAYDA
Armed clashes began on July 13 between Bedouin Arabs and some Druze groups in Suwayda. Syrian security forces that intervened were ambushed.
The escalating clashes were halted by a ceasefire. However, Druze forces affiliated with Hikmet al-Hijri broke the ceasefire.
The Israeli army struck the Syrian presidential complex, the General Staff, and the Ministry of Defense on July 16.
As the Syrian army withdrew from Suwayda, the Hijri group began to displace Bedouin families and carry out executions. Thousands of tribal fighters from outside came to support the Bedouin Arabs.
On July 19, the Syrian administration began to redeploy security forces in Suwayda and ensured the exit of Bedouin and tribal fighters from the city. Since July 13, hundreds of armed or civilian individuals have been killed, and the number is estimated to be even higher.