Israel carried out significant air strikes in Damascus, Syria, hitting military targets and areas near the presidential palace.
This followed intense fighting in Suwayda, involving Syrian government forces and Druze groups, a minority population.
Israel justified its actions by emphasizing the need to protect the Druze, whom it considers allies, and prevent further conflict.
However, Syria denounced the attacks as a dangerous escalation, viewing them as an attempt to destabilize the region and undermine Syria's sovereignty.
