Tag Archives: Druze Community

A growing rift between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and senior Trump administration officials has emerged following unexpected Israeli airstrikes in Syria. According to multiple sources, the Israeli leader’s recent actions have sparked internal frustration in Washington, with some top U.S. officials privately characterizing Netanyahu as reckless and disruptive to diplomatic efforts. White House Caught Off Guard by Syrian Bombings …

As tensions escalate in southern Syria, Israel announced on Friday the deployment of emergency humanitarian assistance to the Druze population in Sweida province. The region has endured days of deadly conflict involving Druze militias, Sunni Bedouin tribes, and Syrian government forces. Humanitarian Support Amid Crisis The Israeli Foreign Ministry issued a statement confirming that Foreign Minister Gideon Saar had authorized …

On April 30, 2025, Israel conducted an airstrike in Sahnaya, a town situated approximately 15 kilometers southwest of Damascus, Syria. The operation targeted an extremist group allegedly preparing to attack the local Druze community. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz described the strike as a “warning operation,” emphasizing Israel’s expectation that the Syrian government will act …

Israel’s defense ministry has directed the military to prepare for the defense of the Druze community in Jaramana, a suburb of Damascus, in response to reported attacks by Syrian forces. This directive, issued by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz, underscores Israel’s commitment to protecting the Druze minority in the region. The situation escalated following clashes in …