Israeli forces conducted airstrikes on Syria’s military headquarters in Damascus, killing one person and injuring 18 others according to Syrian health officials. The strikes targeted the entrance of the defense ministry complex, creating large plumes of smoke over the capital.
This attack comes during violent clashes in southern Syria between Druze communities and Bedouin Sunni tribes. Syria’s new interim government under President Ahmed Al-Sharaa faces instability after overthrowing longtime leader Bashar Al-Assad last December.
Israel openly admits carrying out the Damascus strikes, with the IDF stating it acted to protect Druze civilians facing violence in Sweida. Defense Minister Israel Katz promised “painful blows” against Syrian forces on social media.
The Druze people form a religious minority across Syria, Israel, and Lebanon. Israel has taken a firm stance against attacks on Druze villages near the Israeli border.
Israel’s military claims it will keep striking Syrian targets until attacking forces completely withdraw from Druze areas. They’ve positioned troops near the Syria border while preparing for potential escalation.
Conservative perspective: Israel shows necessary strength against unstable regimes that endanger religious minorities. These precise strikes demonstrate America’s closest ally protecting vulnerable groups when their own governments fail them.
The Syrian regime remains a threat to regional stability through its inability to control sectarian violence. Israel’s proactive defense actions prevent further civilian bloodshed.
Ongoing tensions prove why America must continue supporting Israel’s right to defend its interests against hostile neighbors. This decisive action deters further aggression in a volatile region.
