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Israeli Minister's Firefighting Plan Sparks Sectarian Tensions in Syria

11/22/2025

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Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir launched a firefighting program for Druze from Syria's Suweida, raising sectarian tensions.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to occupied Syrian territories drew condemnation from Syria's government.
Ben-Gvir's ministry aims to establish a Suweida fire station to improve emergency response.
Many Syrian Druze oppose Israeli involvement and stress national unity.
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) called on Israel to cease incursions into Syria.

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Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir launched a firefighting program for Druze from Syria's Suweida, raising sectarian tensions.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to occupied Syrian territories drew condemnation from Syria's government.
Ben-Gvir's ministry aims to establish a Suweida fire station to improve emergency response.
Many Syrian Druze oppose Israeli involvement and stress national unity.
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) called on Israel to cease incursions into Syria.