Heavy clashes in Ariqa village, rural Sweida

Intense clashes broke out in the village of Ariqa, in the western countryside of Sweida, about 15 km from the city center, after attacking groups from the so-called "Tribal Forces" advanced towards the area.

Heavy clashes in Ariqa village, rural Sweida
19 July, 2025   23:45
NEWS DESK

Simultaneously, the Syrian Observatory reported drone strikes targeting the village, with reports of civilians trapped inside, raising serious concerns for the safety of residents as violence and tension escalate in the region.

In a related development, clashes are also ongoing in the city of Shahba, in Sweida’s countryside, on the road connecting to Damascus.

The Syrian Observatory also noted in the past hours that the "Tribal Forces" withdrew from Sweida city this evening after local military forces launched a large-scale operation, regaining control of all neighborhoods in the city. This followed hours of intense clashes involving medium and light weapons, amid widespread tension and fear among civilians.

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