The exclusion underscores the difficulty of aligning Damascus’ centralised policies with Suweida’s autonomy demands, as protests in the province continue to face violent crackdowns.
Despite efforts to integrate diverse rebel factions into a unified military structure, a report notes significant challenges, including defections, tribal conflicts, and difficulties in maintaining regular salary payments.
Shakeeb Ajud Nasr, a former head of the Political Security Branch in Tartus under the Assad regime, was appointed by Hijri as the head of internal security for Suweida province
If we fail to act now, Syria’s map will be redrawn in blood, not ink, Nabil al-Mulhem warns in an article published on the MENA Media Monitor.
Saba Abdul Latif, a researcher at the Omran Center for Strategic Studies, told Syria TV that initial indications suggest the evacuation may be part of a broader, unofficial agreement that has so far reduced violence and facilitated the removal of vulnerable populations from conflict zones.
Manahil Al-Sahwi recounts the story of her uncle in Daraj.
The agreement, described as comprehensive, affirms Syria’s sovereignty over all of Suweida and calls for the restoration and reactivation of state institutions across the province, Syria TV writes.
The Assembly will comprise 150 members, distributed across Syria’s provinces in proportion to their populations, according to Syria TV
Druze representatives, including spiritual leader Hikmat al-Hijri, reaffirmed their commitment to national unity, rejecting secessionist rhetoric and calling for strengthened security along the Suweida-Damascus highway, Enab Baladi reports.
The Ministry of Higher Education has issued a directive banning the circulation of content that promotes sectarianism, racism, or incitement to hatred.
Some students from Suweida are exiting the university housing compound in Damascus following sectarian clashes, according to Enab Baladi.
While the agreement marks a significant political and security milestone, questions remain about its long-term durability and whether all druze factions would support it.
Dozens of demonstrators gathered in Al-Karama Square in central Suweida, Enab Baladi writes.
Hijri’s remarks followed a meeting with a delegation from the interim government, led by Mohammad al-Bashir, who visited Suweida to engage with political and civil figures regarding security and public services, +963 Media writes.
Al-Sharaa and the Southern Operations Room agreed to strengthen coordination among active forces, +963 writes.
The rise in illegal logging across Syria has expanded beyond forests to include fruit-bearing trees, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
Lawyer Muhannad Baraka told Al-Araby Al-Jadeed that the names were provided by police officers and that the Public Prosecution played a role in initiating the cases.
Protesters voiced their rejection of de facto authorities and refusal to “dialogue with those who violate human rights,” according to Syria TV.
Germani was known for his opposition to the Syrian regime and played a clear role in the popular movement in the governorate of Suweida.
Suweida Protesters are increasingly targeted by the security forces, Syria TV says.
