Israel Strikes Damascus Amidst Sweida Clashes

Israel reportedly carried out airstrikes in Damascus, Syria, targeting government and military buildings, including the Defense Ministry and an area near the presidential palace. These strikes occurred amidst escalating clashes in Syria's southern Sweida province, where Israel has pledged to protect the Druse minority. Israel's Defense Minister warned of intensified strikes if Syrian forces did not withdraw from Sweida, where inter-factional fighting has resulted in over 200 deaths in recent days. A ceasefire had been announced but violence resumed. The airstrikes caused significant damage and injured at least nine people, according to Syrian authorities. There was no immediate comment from the Israeli military.