2018 As-Suwayda attacks

The 2018 As-Suwayda attacks were a string of suicide bombings and gun attacks that took place in and around As-Suwayda, Syria on 25 July, killing at least 258 people and injuring 180 others. The attacks were committed by the Islamic State and largely targeted Syria's Druze minority.

2018 As-Suwayda attacks
Part of the 2018 Southern Syria offensive of the Syrian Civil War
Location of As-Suwayda Governorate within Syria
LocationAs-Suwayda Governorate, Syria
Date25 July 2018
Attack type
Suicide bombings, shootings, hostage taking
WeaponsSuicide vests, Automatic weapons
Deaths258 (+63 attackers)
Injured180
Perpetrator Islamic State
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