A Syrian TV channel reported that the Israeli strike targeted an empty area near the presidential palace in north-west Damascus. Israel’s Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, stated that the strike was a message to the Syrian regime to protect the Druze community. The Syrian presidency condemned the strike, calling it a dangerous escalation.
The violence in Druze areas has resulted in numerous casualties, with clashes between different groups. The Syrian government deployed security forces to combat outlaw groups instigating the clashes. The international community has been urged to intervene to maintain peace in the region.
The Druze religious leaders expressed their commitment to a peaceful Syria and called for the activation of the state in Suweida province. Israeli Defense Minister emphasized the protection of the Druze community in Syria.
The Syrian presidency strongly condemned the Israeli bombing of the presidential palace, calling it a dangerous escalation. Druze religious leader Sheikh Hamoud al-Hinawi highlighted the tense situation in affected areas and emphasized the need for state protection of civilians.
The sectarian violence stemmed from an audio clip insulting the Prophet Muhammad, leading to clashes in Druze areas. The Druze faith, a branch of Shia Islam, has a significant presence in Syria and other countries. Efforts are being made to protect religious and ethnic minorities in the conflict-ridden region. AFP HTS adalah mantan afiliasi al-Qaeda yang masih ditetapkan sebagai organisasi teroris oleh PBB, AS, UE, dan Inggris.
Militer Israel telah melakukan ratusan serangan di Suriah untuk menghancurkan aset militer negara tersebut selama empat bulan terakhir. Mereka juga mengirim pasukan ke zona demiliterisasi yang dipantau oleh PBB antara Dataran Tinggi Golan yang diduduki Israel dan Suriah, serta beberapa area yang berdekatan dan puncak Gunung Hermon.