The Israeli army has launched air attacks on the Syrian Defence Ministry and near the presidential palace in the capital, Damascus, killing at least three and wounding 34.
The strikes come after Israel threatened to increase attacks if Syrian government forces are not withdrawn from the south of the country where there has been fighting between Druze and security forces.
In the Gaza Strip, meanwhile, the Health Ministry says at least 21 people have been killed at a food distribution site of the controversial US- and Israeli-backed GHF.
The UN agency for Palestinian refugees says one in 10 children screened in its clinics in Gaza are malnourished as Israel’s siege on the triggers triggers a man-made starvation crisis.
Israel’s war on Gaza has killed at least 58,573 people and wounded 139,607, according to Gaza’s Health Ministry. An estimated 1,139 people were killed in Israel during the Hamas-led October 7, 2023, attacks, and more than 200 were taken captive.Meanwhile, the Syrian government has condemned the attack in strong terms .
“We strongly condemn Israel’s recent airstrikes on Syrian territory, including the targeting of military headquarters and areas near the presidential palace in Damascus.
These actions, which have resulted in civilian and military casualties, represent a grave violation of Syrian sovereignty and international law. Such military escalations undermine regional stability and exacerbate tensions at a time when dialogue and diplomacy are urgently needed to address ongoing conflicts.”We stand in solidarity with the Syrian people, who have endured years of hardship, and call for an immediate cessation of hostilities. The international community, including the United Nations, must take decisive action to hold those responsible accountable and prevent further aggression. All parties should prioritize peaceful resolutions to protect civilian lives and uphold the principles of sovereignty and self-determination.
“We urge global leaders to work toward de-escalation and foster a path to lasting peace in the region.”