VIDEO: First Humanitarian Convoy Enters Suwayda After Deadly Clashes

After a week of deadly violence in Syria’s southern city of Suwayda, relief is finally reaching residents as the first humanitarian convoy arrived on Sunday.

The Syrian Red Crescent, in coordination with local Druze authorities and government bodies, delivered essential aid to the city, marking a critical step in stabilizing a region shaken by some of the bloodiest clashes in recent memory.

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The convoy — consisting of 32 vehicles — carried vital supplies including food, water, medicine, fuel, and body bags. It is the first aid shipment to reach the Druze-majority city since violence erupted a week ago, leaving more than 1,000 people dead, according to the UK-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR).

Residents of Suwayda, also spelled Sweida, have spent days holed up in their homes, facing acute shortages of electricity, clean water, and basic necessities. The delivery of aid is being seen as a lifeline for thousands who have been trapped amid gunfire, shelling, and civil unrest.

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Omar Al Malki, media and communications officer for the Syrian Red Crescent, confirmed the convoy’s arrival, stating, “It’s the first convoy to enter after the recent events, and it has arrived and is now inside Sweida.” He emphasized that the mission was coordinated with both the government and local authorities in the province.

The violence broke out after Druze fighters clashed with what they described as government-aligned factions and other armed groups attempting to exert control over Suwayda. In response, the Syrian government deployed troops to the area, and a fragile ceasefire now appears to be in place, with Druze forces having reasserted control over the city.

Citizen journalist network Suwayda 24 also confirmed the convoy’s arrival, signaling a glimmer of hope for residents exhausted by days of conflict and uncertainty.

As the ceasefire holds and aid trickles in, humanitarian groups continue to call for sustained access to vulnerable populations and long-term efforts to restore security and infrastructure. For the people of Suwayda, Sunday’s aid delivery is more than just supplies — it’s a symbol of relief and the possibility of peace after a week of devastation.

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