Powerful Israeli strikes rock Damascus as Syrian forces clash with Druze militias
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Israel carried out a series of powerful strikes on the Syrian capital Damascus Wednesday, escalating a campaign it says is in support of an Arab minority group involved in deadly clashes with Syrian government forces.
Israel carried out a series of powerful strikes on the Syrian capital Damascus Wednesday, escalating a campaign it says is in support of an Arab minority group involved in deadly clashes with Syrian government forces. At least three people were killed and 34 others were injured in the attacks, the Syrian health ministry told CNN. Israel has stepped up its campaign despite pressure from the US, which has made moves to end Syria’s international isolation. Syria has strongly condemned Israel for striking several government buildings in Damascus on Wednesday, calling the attacks on targets including its Ministry of Defense a “dangerous escalation.” “This blatant attack, which comes within the context of a systematic policy pursued by the Israeli entity to ignite tension, create chaos, and undermine security and safety in Syria,” the country’s Foreign Ministry said in a statement on Wednesday. Syria said it will “reserve its full legitimate rights to defend its land and people by all means guaranteed by international law,” the statement added.
