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Israel Boosts Military Support Amid Druze Rejection of Intervention

3/2/2025

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Israel's defense ministry is ramping up military measures to safeguard the Druze community near Damascus following violent clashes with Syrian forces that left casualties in Jaramana. In a bold stand, Druze leaders have firmly rejected Israeli intervention, asserting their Syrian identity and urging for respect of local sovereignty amidst escalating geopolitical tensions.

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Israel's defense ministry is ramping up military measures to safeguard the Druze community near Damascus following violent clashes with Syrian forces that left casualties in Jaramana. In a bold stand, Druze leaders have firmly rejected Israeli intervention, asserting their Syrian identity and urging for respect of local sovereignty amidst escalating geopolitical tensions.