In a dramatic escalation of tensions in southern Syria, reports are emerging of a potential new coup attempt targeting interim Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa’s regime. 🇸🇾 According to unverified posts on X, Israel is allegedly funneling significant military support, including a large number of ammunition and military arsenals, to Druze militias in Syria to counter the Turkish-backed Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) forces. 🛡️💥 This development has sent shockwaves through the region, raising fears of intensified sectarian conflict and foreign intervention. 😱



A Volatile Situation in Southern Syria 🌋


The predominantly Druze city of Sweida has been a hotspot of violence in recent days, with clashes between Druze militias and Syrian government forces, as well as Bedouin tribes, claiming over 200 lives since Sunday, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. The unrest, fueled by deep mistrust of Al-Sharaa’s Islamist-led government, has drawn Israel into the fray, with the Israeli military conducting multiple strikes on Syrian regime targets, including a high-profile attack on the Syrian Defense Ministry in Damascus on July 16, 2025.

Israel claims its actions are aimed at protecting the Druze minority, citing a “deep brotherly bond” with its own Druze citizens in the Golan Heights. 🇮🇱 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to prevent harm to the Druze, warning Al-Sharaa’s forces to withdraw from Sweida or face further escalation. Meanwhile, posts on X suggest that Israel’s support goes beyond airstrikes, with claims of trucks carrying arms and aid crossing from the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights into Druze-controlled areas in Syria
Druze-Israel Alliance: A Strategic Move? 🤝


The Druze, a religious minority with historical ties to both Syria and Israel, have long been suspicious of Al-Sharaa’s HTS-led government, which rose to power after ousting Bashar al-Assad in December 2024. Some Druze factions advocate for autonomy in Sweida, while others have reportedly struck security agreements with Israel, fueling speculation of a coordinated effort to destabilize Al-Sharaa’s regime. 🕵️‍♂️

X posts from users like @MenchOsint and @SReports2 claim that Israeli Druze Knesset members, such as Hamad Amar and Akram Hasson, are openly calling for international intervention and regime change in Syria, labeling Al-Sharaa a “strategic threat” due to his ties to Turkey and Qatar. One post even alleges that Druze fighters, supported by Israel, are crossing the border to join the fight in Sweida, with Israeli forces doing little to stop them. These claims, however, remain unverified and should be treated with caution. ⚠️

Turkish-Backed HTS Under Pressure 🇹🇷


HTS, led by Al-Sharaa, has faced mounting challenges in consolidating power since taking control of Syria. The group’s Sunni Islamist roots and past ties to Al-Qaeda have deepened distrust among minority groups like the Druze and Alawites. Turkey, a key backer of HTS, has condemned Israel’s strikes, arguing that Syria’s government should be allowed to establish security across the country. Yet, with Israel reportedly targeting Turkish-backed militia convoys in Sweida and Daraa, tensions between Ankara and Jerusalem are soaring. 🔥

A Coup in the Making? 🕸️


The idea of a “coup” against Al-Sharaa remains speculative, with no concrete evidence from reliable sources confirming such a plan. However, the combination of Israel’s military actions, alleged arms supplies to Druze militias, and public calls for regime change by Israeli Druze leaders has fueled rumors of a broader strategy to undermine HTS’s grip on power. The situation is further complicated by the U.S. reportedly urging Israel to halt its strikes, signaling potential diplomatic friction.

What’s Next? 🔮


As clashes in Sweida continue despite a collapsed ceasefire, the risk of a wider sectarian conflict looms large. 😨 The Druze-Israel alliance, if true, could reshape the power dynamics in southern Syria, potentially drawing in Turkey, the U.S., and other regional players. For now, the region teeters on the brink, with Al-Sharaa’s government struggling to assert control amid growing external and internal pressures. 🌪️

Stay tuned for updates as this volatile situation unfolds. 📰

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