2018 As-Suwayda attacks
| 2018 As-Suwayda attacks | |
|---|---|
| Part of the 2018 Southern Syria offensive of the Syrian Civil War | |
Location of As-Suwayda Governorate within Syria | |
| Location | As-Suwayda Governorate, Syria |
| Date | 25 July 2018 |
Attack type | Suicide bombings, shootings, hostage taking |
| Weapons | Suicide vests, Automatic weapons |
| Deaths | 258 (+63 attackers) |
| Injured | 180 |
| Perpetrator | Islamic State |
| Defenders | Men of Dignity Al-Jabal Brigade SSNP |
The 2018 As-Suwayda attacks were a string of suicide bombings and mass shooting incidents in As-Suwayda, Syria on 25 July 2018. At least 258 people were killed and 180 wounded. The attacks were carried out by the Islamic State and largely targeted Syria's Druze minority. A 17-year old Druze girl was beheaded.
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