Druze militias are armed groups associated with the Druze, a small, secretive religious and ethnic community primarily found in Syria, Lebanon, and Israel. Historically, the Druze have played significant roles in Middle Eastern conflicts, often defending their mountainous homelands and maintaining autonomy through local militias. During the Ottoman era, Druze feudal lords held considerable power, and the community was noted for resisting external control. In modern times, Druze militias have been active in the Syrian civil war, with groups such as Jaysh al-Muwahhidin, which mainly engaged in defensive operations while supporting the Syrian government under Bashar al-Assad, and the Druze Al-Jabal Brigade, which notably participated in the 2024 Syrian opposition offensives that led to the downfall of the Ba'athist regime[1]. Another group, the Men of Dignity, emerged around 2014 with a focus on local defense and reform rather than outright opposition or support for the Syrian government; its founder Wahid al-Balous was assassinated in 2015, and the group continued under new leadership with ambiguous alliances[4]. Historically, Druze militias were involved in sectarian conflicts such as the 1976 offensive against Christian villages in Lebanon, resulting in significant civilian casualties and displacement[3]. The Druze have often balanced between cooperation and conflict with surrounding groups, maintaining a strong communal identity and defending their territories. Currently, Druze militias remain relevant as local defense forces in the turbulent Levant, navigating complex political landscapes marked by regional conflicts and shifting alliances. Their activities reflect both the community’s desire for survival and influence in their traditional areas, as well as participation in broader national struggles in Syria and Lebanon.