Armed groups close Sweida-Damascus highway as US envoy voices concern

Armed groups in Syria’s southern Sweida governorate have completely closed the highway linking the city to Damascus, according to state news agency SANA.

The road closure comes amid rising tensions in the region, prompting a response from the United States. A US envoy voiced concern over the conduct of the armed groups.

Additionally, the US envoy issued a warning to the groups, cautioning them against the mistaken belief that Washington supports their actions.