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Israel Strikes Syrian Tanks Amid Druze Community Violence

7/15/2025

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In a decisive move to safeguard the Druze community, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) targeted Syrian tanks near Sweida with airstrikes amidst rising violence that has claimed at least 99 lives. Defense Minister Katz reaffirmed Israel's unwavering commitment to counter threats from the Syrian regime, as calls for international support for the Druze grow louder.

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In a decisive move to safeguard the Druze community, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) targeted Syrian tanks near Sweida with airstrikes amidst rising violence that has claimed at least 99 lives. Defense Minister Katz reaffirmed Israel's unwavering commitment to counter threats from the Syrian regime, as calls for international support for the Druze grow louder.