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flag Syria's Druze in Sweida demand autonomy after clashes, forming a self-rule administration and aligning with Israel amid rising violence.

flag In 2025, Syria’s Druze community in Sweida has intensified demands for autonomy or independence following violent clashes with government forces, prompting the formation of a de facto administration and armed National Guard led by Sheikh Hikmat al-Hijri. flag Escalating sectarian violence and civilian casualties eroded trust in interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa, while growing ties to Israel—marked by public displays of Israeli symbols and appeals for protection—signal a major shift in regional alignments.

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