Following the Druze community's call to assist those under attack in southern Syria, former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant stated that "our Druze brothers are partners on our path and brothers in arms, both in Israel and in the region - the State of Israel has a moral obligation and national interest to help protect the Druze in Syria." According to him, "Israel is not doing enough. In this difficult hour, a clear political decision and swift directive are needed - the IDF has the power to strike the attackers and protect the Druze."