Israeli military strikes near Syria’s presidential palace after warning over sectarian attacks
- Early Friday, Israel carried out air strikes close to the Syrian presidential palace following several days of fatal fighting around Damascus involving members of the Druze minority.
- Israel warned Syrian authorities not to advance toward Druze-inhabited villages after sectarian violence erupted between pro-government gunmen and Druze fighters.
- The clashes in Sahnaya and Jaramana killed dozens, including 11 security forces and local gunmen, and drew criticism from Syria's Druze spiritual leader.
- Prime Minister Netanyahu and Defense Minister Katz said the strike aimed to send a clear message to Syria's new Islamist-led government and protect the Druze community.
- The Israeli strike signals an intent to prevent threats south of Damascus and to deter further sectarian violence affecting minority groups in Syria.
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Netanyahu boasts about Israeli Airstrike Near Presidential Palace in Damascus - Quds News Network
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Israel Launches Airstrikes Near Syria’s Presidential Palace - News From Antiwar.com
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