In recent weeks, the situation in southern Syria has taken a worrying turn, especially for the Druze community in the Suwayda region. The community, which has largely stayed neutral throughout much of the Syrian conflict, is now facing what they are calling a targeted campaign of violence—some are even describing it as “ethnic cleansing.”
The Druze are a minority religious group, and in Suwayda, they form the majority of the population. Until now, this region had been relatively stable compared to other parts of Syria. But now, things have changed. Armed clashes, kidnappings, and increasing lawlessness have left people living in fear.
Speaking to NDTV, members of the community expressed deep concern. They believe that they’re being pushed out of their land—slowly and deliberately. “It’s ethnic cleansing,” one resident said. “There’s no other way to describe it. They want to empty Suwayda of its people.”
The crisis is being made worse by a collapsing economy, lack of services, and the absence of any real protection from either the Syrian government or international peacekeeping forces. People feel abandoned.
At the heart of the issue is the fear that without international attention, this could become another forgotten tragedy. The Druze are calling on global leaders and human rights organizations to intervene—not with weapons, but with diplomacy, support, and accountability for those fueling the violence.
What’s happening in Suwayda is not just a local issue—it’s a human one. And it reminds us of the importance of listening to voices that are often ignored in the noise of war.