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Amnesty: Syrian Forces Execute 46 Druze Amid Violence

9/5/2025

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Amnesty International reported that Syrian government forces executed 46 Druze individuals in Suweida on July 15-16, 2025.
Verified videos and eyewitness testimonies confirm the killings occurred in public spaces and homes.
The Syrian government acknowledged "shocking violations" but did not identify the perpetrators.
Amnesty International demands independent investigations and accountability to prevent further sectarian violence in Syria.

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Amnesty International reported that Syrian government forces executed 46 Druze individuals in Suweida on July 15-16, 2025.
Verified videos and eyewitness testimonies confirm the killings occurred in public spaces and homes.
The Syrian government acknowledged "shocking violations" but did not identify the perpetrators.
Amnesty International demands independent investigations and accountability to prevent further sectarian violence in Syria.