In a significant move towards peace, Syrian and Israeli leaders have agreed on a ceasefire deal brokered through U.S. mediation, putting a stop to six intense days of sectarian clashes in Sweida.
U.S. Special Envoy for Syria Tom Barrack announced the truce early Saturday. The agreement was reached after discussions between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Syrian interim leader Ahmed al-Sharaa, with support from U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and regional players like T\u00fcrkiye and Jordan.
The deal calls for dissolving local factions, handing over heavy weapons, and reintegrating former fighters into state security structures. The spiritual leadership of the Druze community welcomed the ceasefire and urged communities including Druze, Bedouins, and Sunnis to embrace peace and unity. 🤝
While the truce now enables Syrian government security forces to re-enter Sweida, humanitarian concerns remain as UN convoys continue to face blockades in some areas. Syrian authorities have yet to comment. This breakthrough serves as a hopeful reminder of the power of dialogue and cooperation in overcoming conflict.
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