BUSRA AL-HARIR, Syria (AP) — Israel’s army said Monday it has struck military tanks in southern Syria, where government forces and Bedouin tribes clashed with Druze militias.

Syrian forces are advancing on Sweida amid deadly Druze-Bedouin clashes, which have resulted in 99 deaths. Local leaders seek a truce as residents fear for their safety, highlighting instability post-Assad.

Sectarian violence in Sweida, Syria has escalated, resulting in at least 18 security forces' deaths. Clashes resumed in the predominantly Druze city, while Israel intervened by striking tanks in the province.