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'There were bodies everywhere': Druze residents describe 'bloodbath' in Syrian city Suweida

'There were bodies everywhere': Druze residents describe 'bloodbath' in Syrian city Suweida

The article describes a deadly attack in the Syrian city of Suweida, which is predominantly inhabited by the Druze religious minority. Eyewitnesses reported a "bloodbath" on the streets, with bodies scattered everywhere. One woman recounted hiding in her home, fearing that the gunmen would enter and decide whether she and her family would live or die. The attack, which was carried out by the Islamic State (IS) group, resulted in the deaths of at least 215 people, making it one of the deadliest assaults by the militant group in Syria. The Druze community, known for its relative autonomy and resistance to the Syrian government, was targeted in the violence. The article highlights the ongoing conflict and instability in Syria, where various factions continue to battle for control, and vulnerable minority groups like the Druze face the brunt of the violence. It serves as a sobering reminder of the human toll of the Syrian crisis and the need for a peaceful resolution to the conflict.

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