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Irish Independent
a day ago
- Politics
- Irish Independent
Syrian forces to return to Druze area after more violence
Government security forces agreed with some of the Druze factions that they would re-enter the area to impose stability and protect state institutions, according to two Syrian officials who spoke yesterday on condition of anonymity. Israel had repeatedly said it would not allow Syrian troops to deploy to the country's south, but yesterday it said it would grant them a brief window to end renewed clashes there. 'In light of the ongoing instability in south-west Syria, Israel has agreed to allow limited entry of the [Syrian] internal security forces into Sweida district for the next 48 hours,' the official, who declined to be named, told reporters. Thousands of people remained displaced by the violence and the United Nations has been unable to bring in much-needed humanitarian and medical aid because of ongoing clashes. Syrian government forces pulled out of the Druze-majority province of Sweida after days of clashes with militias linked to the religious minority that threatened to unravel the country's fragile post-war transition. The conflict drew airstrikes against Syrian forces by Israel in defence of the Druze before most of the fighting was halted by a truce announced on Wednesday that was mediated by the US, Turkey and Arab countries. Under that agreement, Druze factions and clerics would be left to maintain internal security in Sweida, Syria's interim president Ahmad Al-Sharaa said on Thursday. The clashes initially began between Druze militias and local Sunni Muslim Bedouin tribes on Sunday before the Syrian government forces intervened, nominally to restore order, but ended up taking the Bedouins' side against the Druze. The fighting killed hundreds of people over four days, with allegations government-affiliated fighters executed Druze civilians and looted and burnt homes. After the ceasefire and withdrawal of government forces, clashes once again flared between the Druze and Bedouin groups in parts of Sweida province. State media reported Druze militias carried out revenge attacks against Bedouin communities, leading to a wave of displacement.
Al Etihad
3 days ago
- Politics
- Al Etihad
Joint Statement on recent developments in Syria
18 July 2025 00:21 ABU DHABI (WAM) Over the past two days, the Foreign Ministers of the United Arab Emirates, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the Kingdom of Bahrain, the Republic of Türkiye, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Republic of Iraq, the Sultanate of Oman, the State of Qatar, the State of Kuwait, the Lebanese Republic, and the Arab Republic of Egypt held intensive consultations on the latest developments in discussions were conducted within the framework of a unified position and joint efforts to support the Syrian government in rebuilding the country on foundations that ensure its security, stability, unity, sovereignty, and the rights of all its a joint statement, the Ministers affirmed the following: - Their support for Syria's security, unity, stability, and sovereignty, and their firm rejection of all forms of foreign interference in its internal affairs. - Their welcome of the agreement reached to resolve the crisis in Suwayda Governorate, and their emphasis on the importance of its full implementation to preserve Syria's unity, protect citizens, prevent further bloodshed, and uphold the rule of law.- Their welcome of the commitment expressed by President Ahmad Al-Sharaa to hold accountable all those responsible for violations against Syrian citizens in Suwayda Governorate. They affirmed their support for all efforts aimed at upholding security and the rule of law in Suwayda and across Syrian territory, and rejecting violence, sectarianism, incitement, and hate speech.- Their strong condemnation and categorical rejection of the repeated Israeli attacks on the Syrian Arab Republic, which are a blatant violation of international law and a flagrant assault on Syria's sovereignty. They affirmed that such actions undermine Syria's security, stability, territorial integrity, and the safety of its citizens, and hinder the Syrian government's efforts to build a new Syria that fulfils the aspirations and will of its people.- Their conviction that Syria's security and stability are integral to regional peace and security, and represent a shared strategic priority. - Their call on the international community to support the Syrian government in its reconstruction efforts, and their appeal to the United Nations Security Council to uphold its legal and moral responsibilities by ensuring Israel's full withdrawal from the occupied Syrian territories, ending all Israeli acts of aggression and interference in Syria's internal affairs, and enforcing the provisions of Resolution 2766 and the 1974 Disengagement Agreement.
Al-Ahram Weekly
3 days ago
- Politics
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Egypt, 10 Arab and Islamic nations reject foreign interference in Syria - Foreign Affairs
Egypt and ten other Arab and Islamic countries reaffirmed on Thursday their support for Syria's security, unity, stability, and sovereignty, rejecting all foreign interference in its internal affairs. In a joint statement, the foreign ministers of Egypt, Lebanon, Jordan, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, and Turkey emphasised that Syria's security and stability are fundamental to regional security and a shared priority. According to the Egyptian Foreign Ministry, the top diplomats held extensive discussions on the latest developments in Syria, stressing the importance of maintaining a unified position. They called for joint international efforts to support the Syrian government in rebuilding the country on foundations that guarantee its security, stability, unity, sovereignty, and the rights of all its citizens. The statement also welcomed the Sweida agreement, underscoring the need for its implementation to safeguard Syria's unity and sovereignty, prevent further bloodshed, and uphold the protection of civilians and the rule of law. They also praised Syrian President Ahmad Al-Sharaa's commitment to holding all those responsible for violations against citizens in Sweida accountable. Additionally, the statement expressed support for all efforts to restore security, state sovereignty, and the rule of law across Sweida and all Syrian territory, while rejecting violence, sectarianism, and attempts to incite division and hatred. The ministers condemned repeated Israeli attacks on Syria as blatant violations of international law and flagrant assaults on Syria's sovereignty. The statement affirmed that such violations undermine Syria's security, stability, and territorial integrity, as well as the Syrian government's efforts to rebuild the country in line with the aspirations of its people. The ministers called on the UN Security Council (UNSC) to fulfil its legal and moral responsibilities to ensure Israel's complete withdrawal from occupied Syrian territories and halt Israel's hostile actions and interference in Syria. The statement further emphasised the necessity of implementing UNSC Resolution 2766 and the 1974 Disengagement Agreement between Syria and Israel. On Tuesday, Israel carried out airstrikes against Syrian government forces in the predominantly Druze southern Syria's Sweida province. The Israeli attacks followed the breaking out of clashes between residents of the city and government forces, with Tel Aviv vowing to protect the Druze population. According to AFP, nearly 600 people have been killed in Sweida, following several days of clashes and violence, along with Israeli strikes. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Shafaq News
3 days ago
- Politics
- Shafaq News
Arab countries back Syria, demand UN act on Israeli occupation
Shafaq News – Baghdad On Thursday, Iraq and nine other Arab countries affirmed support for Syria's sovereignty and stability, urging the UN Security Council to uphold its responsibilities by ensuring Israel's full withdrawal from the occupied Syrian territories. According to a joint statement published by the UAE Foreign Ministry, foreign ministers from Iraq, the United Arab Emirates, Jordan, Bahrain, Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Lebanon, and Egypt held intensive discussions over the past two days on the evolving situation in Syria. Welcoming the recent agreement to resolve the crisis in Suwayda Province, the Arab FMs called for its full implementation and stressed the importance of protecting civilians, preserving national unity, and upholding the rule of law. The statement also hailed Syrian Transitional President Ahmad Al-Sharaa's commitment to holding accountable those responsible for violations against civilians in Suwayda. The parties condemned repeated Israeli attacks on Syria, labeling them as 'a blatant violation of international law.' They further invited the international community to support Syria's reconstruction and called on the UN Security Council to enforce Resolution 2766 and the 1974 Disengagement Agreement. — MoFA وزارة الخارجية (@mofauae) July 17, 2025
Saudi Gazette
3 days ago
- Politics
- Saudi Gazette
Arab and regional FMs back Syria's unity, condemn Israeli strikes
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Foreign ministers from 11 Arab and regional countries reaffirmed their support for Syria's sovereignty and territorial integrity while strongly condemning continued Israeli attacks on Syrian territory. The ministers — representing Saudi Arabia, Jordan, the UAE, Bahrain, Türkiye, Iraq, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Lebanon, and Egypt — issued a joint statement following two days of intensive consultations aimed at supporting Syria's stability and ending external interference in its internal affairs. The ministers emphasized their unified stance in supporting the Syrian government's efforts to restore security and order throughout the country. They welcomed the ceasefire agreement in Suwayda province and called for its full implementation to protect civilians, reestablish state authority, and preserve national unity. The statement also praised Syrian President Ahmad Al-Sharaa's commitment to holding accountable those responsible for recent violence in Suwayda and voiced support for national efforts aimed at reinforcing the rule of law and promoting reconciliation. Condemning Israel's repeated airstrikes as flagrant violations of international law, the foreign ministers warned that these aggressive actions pose a direct threat to Syria's sovereignty and risk destabilizing the region. They stressed that Syria's security is a vital pillar for broader regional peace and must not be compromised by continued hostilities. The statement urged the international community to step up efforts in supporting Syria's reconstruction and called on the United Nations Security Council to fulfill its responsibilities by ensuring Israel's withdrawal from all occupied Syrian territories, halting its violations, and implementing relevant international resolutions, particularly UNSC Resolution 2766 and the 1974 Disengagement Agreement. The ministers concluded by reaffirming their collective commitment to coordinated Arab diplomacy that prioritizes Syria's sovereignty, unity, and long-term stability.
