US EditionUN envoy condemns intense wave of Israeli airstrikes on Syria
- On May 2, 2025, Israel launched more than 20 airstrikes on military targets across Syria, including near the Damascus presidential palace.
- The strikes came in response to recent sectarian violence triggered by a controversial audio clip linked to a member of the Druze community, which led to clashes between Druze fighters and government forces.
- After deadly battles killing over 100 people in Damascus suburbs and Sweida, Druze representatives and the government agreed on a de-escalation deal, deploying troops and tightening security around Jaramana and Sahnaya.
- Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Defence Minister Katz called the strikes a "clear message" not to threaten the Druze community, while UN Secretary-General Guterres condemned them as violations of Syria's sovereignty.
- The escalation reflects ongoing instability since Assad's December ousting and raises concerns about regional tensions and threats to Syria's minority communities.
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Israel deploys forces to Syria as UN condemns 'violations'
The Israeli military said forces were in southern Syria to "prevent hostile forces" entering the region and Druze villages. UN special envoy Geir Pedersen slammed Israel's strikes, including on the Syrian capital.
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UN envoy condemns intense wave of Israeli airstrikes on Syria
The United Nations special envoy for Syria has condemned an intense wave of Israeli airstrikes as Israel said its forces were on the ground in Syria to protect the Druze minority sect following days of clashes with Syrian pro-government gunmen.
Israel launches new strikes on Syria amidst Druze tensions
Israel reportedly launched its heaviest barrage this year on Syria between Friday night and Saturday morning, hours after the country's rulers denounced an airstrike near the presidential palace as a "dangerous escalation". The strikes came after Druze clerics and armed factions reaffirmed their loyalty to Damascus.
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