Israeli Strike in Syria to Protect Druze Community

Israel attacked a target near the presidential palace in Damascus to protect the Druze community. This is the second strike in as many days amidst sectarian violence between Druze and Sunni gunmen. The Druze faith has followers in Syria, Lebanon, and Israel.

Israeli Air Strike Near Syria's Presidential Palace

Israel's air force struck near Syria's presidential palace following clashes between pro-Syrian government gunmen and Druze fighters near Damascus. The Druze religious sect, a minority group, has a significant population in Syria.

Israeli Strike to Protect Druze Community in Syria

Israel carried out a warning strike against an extremist group preparing to attack a Druze community in Syria to protect the minority group amidst sectarian violence near Damascus. The strike hit the group as it planned to attack Druze in Sahnaya, south of Damascus. The violence was sparked by a voice recording cursing the Prophet Mohammad, leading to clashes between Druze and Sunni Muslim gunmen.