'We don't fear war...': Syrian President Sharaa says protecting Druze citizens is 'our priority'

Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa delivered a speech following several days of intense clashes between Druze militia, Bedouin tribes, and government forces. His address comes after Israeli airstrikes targeted the capital, Damascus, last night. Sharaa said on Thursday (July 17) that protecting Druze citizens and their rights is "our priority," as Israel vowed to destroy Syrian government forces attacking Druze in southern Syria. “We are not among those who fear war. We are the ones who spent our lives facing challenges and defending our people,” he said.