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Clashes resume between Druze fighters and Syrian forces

05 September 2026 10:33

Clashes between Druze fighters and Syrian government forces have resumed in southern Syria, Sham TV reported.

The sides exchanged fire using mortars and heavy machine guns, according to the report.

The latest fighting was reportedly triggered by shelling from government forces and Arab tribal militias targeting a Druze checkpoint in the Al-Majdal area, northwest of the city.

Clashes resume between Druze fighters and Syrian forces

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