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Fighting erupts in Syria’s As Suwayda hours after ceasefire deal

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Fighting has erupted in the southern Syrian city of As Suwayda just six hours after a ceasefire was announced. Earlier on Tuesday, Syrian government forces withdrew heavy vehicles from the city, hoping to ease tensions.

Breakdown
  • Fighting resumed in As Suwayda just six hours after a ceasefire was announced.
  • Syrian government forces had earlier withdrawn heavy vehicles to ease tensions. 15s
  • Violence escalated following inflammatory online content and reports of killings. 29s
  • Israeli airstrikes targeted the city and Syrian forces on its outskirts. 1m 1s
  • Long-standing mistrust and failed peace efforts have contributed to ongoing unrest. 1m 15s
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