Syria’s Druze divided as sectarian tensions linger after violence

The conflict in Syria, triggered by fighting in Jaramana, Sweida, and Alawite areas following the fall of Assad, has escalated with ongoing violence in Druze-populated regions like Jaramana. A blasphemous audio recording has reportedly fueled tensions among minority leaders, while Israel's involvement through infrastructure attacks complicates efforts for a new government to rebuild stability. The Druze community remains divided, with skepticism about the central authority and fear of renewed sectarian divisions and violence.