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Druze Rally in Sweida Protests Syrian Government Amid Crisis

8/18/2025

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A large rally in Sweida displayed Druze and Israeli flags, with participants protesting against the Syrian government.
The protest comes after July clashes that caused over 1,600 deaths, exacerbating a humanitarian crisis for nearly 200,000 displaced people.
Damascus condemned Israel for allegedly taking advantage of internal divisions while claiming equal rights for all citizens.

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A large rally in Sweida displayed Druze and Israeli flags, with participants protesting against the Syrian government.
The protest comes after July clashes that caused over 1,600 deaths, exacerbating a humanitarian crisis for nearly 200,000 displaced people.
Damascus condemned Israel for allegedly taking advantage of internal divisions while claiming equal rights for all citizens.