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.
Key Points
Clashes between pro-Syrian government gunmen and Druze fighters led to the Israeli air strike
The Druze religious sect is a minority group with a significant population in Syria
Pros
Targeted strike to address clashes between pro-Syrian government gunmen and Druze fighters
Addressing potential threats to minority sect members