How will Syria's government deal with the 'Druze dilemma'? | Inside Story

Syria’s new government is facing a serious challenge.
This time it is not from foreign powers or remnants of the Assad regime, but from within the country's own borders.
Tensions have flared in the south, where fighting between members of the Druze minority and Bedouin groups have reignited fears of wider sectarian unrest.
The violence comes as Druze spiritual leaders refuse to recognise the authority of Ahmed Sharaa - the man now leading the post-Assad transition government.
And in a move that could further inflame tensions, Israel has warned Damascus not to harm the Druze.
Are the concerns of the community justified?
And what does all this mean for the unity of Syria?

Presenter: James Bays

Guests:

Louay Safi - Syrian Political Scientist and former Professor at Hamad Bin Khalifa University.

Shadi Abou Karam - Political Activist and Researcher originally from Sweida Province in Syria.

Sami Akil - Political Analyst and Acadamic specialising in Syrian Affairs.

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Post from Al Jazeera on July 15, 2025

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