Evacuation Amidst Tensions: A New Dawn in Sweida

In an effort to quell violence, hundreds of Bedouin have been evacuated from the Druze city of Sweida in Syria under a U.S.-backed truce. The interim President faces significant challenges amid accusations against the government. The situation remains tense despite temporary calm and ongoing evacuations.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 21-07-2025 20:57 IST | Created: 21-07-2025 20:57 IST
Evacuation Amidst Tensions: A New Dawn in Sweida
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Hundreds of Bedouin were evacuated from the Druze-dominant city of Sweida in southern Syria on Monday, as part of a U.S.-brokered ceasefire aimed at ending the intense bloodshed, according to state media and witnesses.

The violence, which has reportedly claimed hundreds of lives, has tested interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa, drawing Israeli airstrikes and exacerbating the divisions in a country long-ravaged by conflict.

Despite the ceasefire, tension persists in Sweida, with allegations against Islamist-led government forces. Efforts continue to de-escalate the crisis with ongoing evacuations, as the humanitarian toll mounts and international diplomatic efforts are in play.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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