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IDF: Launched Strikes in Southern Syria to Defend Druze

Published March 20, 2026, 12:11
IDF: Launched Strikes in Southern Syria to Defend Druze

The Israeli armed forces launched strikes on Syrian regime infrastructure in southern Syria, in response to attacks against the Druze minority in the Suweida province. Israel warned that it will not allow the Druze to become targets and will continue to protect them. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz stressed that Israel will not remain idle and will retaliate against anyone who attacks the Druze, while threatening even stronger strikes if necessary. The clashes in the area began after bombings of areas controlled by the Druze, with the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reporting that the bombings hit residential neighborhoods. This move comes during a period of increased tension in the Middle East.