Syria announces ceasefire in Druze city of Suwayda: What to know

The Syrian government announced a ceasefire on Tuesday in the southern province of Suwayda, two days after deadly clashes between the local Druze minority and Bedouin clans that left over 100 people dead. 

What happened: Syrian Defense Minister Murhaf Abu Qasra announced a “complete” ceasefire in a statement on X.

“To all units operating within the city of Suwayda, we announce a complete ceasefire after an agreement was reached with the city’s notables and dignitaries,” he said.

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