Israel conducted air strikes in Damascus, targeting areas near the Ministry of Defence and the presidential palace. This action followed a collapse of a ceasefire in Suwayda, where clashes have occurred between local Sunni Bedouin tribes and Druze armed groups. Defence Minister Israel Katz stated the strikes were aimed at compelling Syrian forces to withdraw from Suwayda. Casualties from the strikes included one death and 18 injuries. International reactions included US concerns over escalating violence and condemnation from Turkiye for sabotaging peace efforts in Syria.
Israel has launched several air strikes in the heart of the Syrian capital, Damascus, targeting the Syrian Ministry of Defence and the presidential palace amidst ongoing clashes in Suwayda.
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz confirmed the strikes were aimed at forcing Syrian government forces to withdraw from Suwayda, indicating Israel's stance on supporting local Druze factions.
At least one person was killed and 18 others were wounded in the attacks, highlighting the immediate human cost of the ongoing conflict and airstrikes in Syria.
Turkiye's Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned the strikes, asserting they undermine efforts for peace and stability in Syria, emphasizing the historical opportunity for Syrian integration.
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