Israeli Strikes in Damascus Injure Civilians, Escalating Tensions in the Region

Syrian Air Defenses Activated as Israel Launches Attacks from Golan Heights

In a recent escalation of tensions in the Middle East, Israeli airstrikes targeted locations in the outskirts of Damascus, Syria, resulting in the injury of two civilians and material losses, as reported by Syrian defence ministry sources. 

The attack, which occurred on Sunday night, marks the second such strike on Syrian territory within a few days.

According to Israeli news sources citing Syrian media, the attacks were carried out from the occupied Golan Heights, prompting the activation of Syrian air defence systems. 

The Syrian Defence Ministry condemned the aggression, stating that the strikes caused civilian casualties and significant damage to infrastructure in the area.

“The aggression resulted in the injury of two civilians and some material losses,” the ministry stated in a released statement.

This recent incident follows similar Israeli airstrikes in northern Syria’s Aleppo province just days prior. 

In those attacks, which took place on Friday, 33 Syrians and six fighters from the Iran-backed group Hezbollah were reportedly killed, marking the highest death toll in Israeli strikes on Syria since October 7.

The Israeli strikes in Syria are seen as part of a broader campaign aimed at targeting Iran’s proxies in the region, particularly amidst the ongoing conflict in Gaza. 

Israel has repeatedly expressed concerns over Iran’s presence and influence in Syria, viewing it as a threat to its national security.

The Syrian government has condemned the Israeli attacks, labelling them as acts of aggression and a violation of its sovereignty. The escalation of hostilities between Israel and Syria raises concerns about the potential for further destabilization in an already volatile region.

The international community has called for restraint and de-escalation, urging all parties to refrain from actions that could exacerbate tensions and lead to further violence. 

Efforts to find a diplomatic solution to the conflict remain paramount in order to prevent further humanitarian suffering and loss of life.

As the situation continues to unfold, observers closely monitor developments in the region, with hopes for a peaceful resolution to the longstanding conflict between Israel and its neighbours.

In the midst of heightened tensions and escalating violence, the need for dialogue and diplomacy becomes increasingly urgent, as the stakes for peace and stability in the Middle East have never been higher.

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