Druze near Damascus resist demand to turn in arms as tensions boil

Druze residents near the capital of Syria are resisting a demand from the Islamist-led government to surrender their light weapons. They express concerns that the authorities have not adequately addressed their fears of renewed attacks from Sunni Muslim militants following recent days of sectarian violence. This situation highlights the ongoing tensions and security challenges faced by the Druze community amidst a backdrop of escalating sectarian strife in the region.

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