World reacts to Israeli attacks on Syria’s Damascus
Summary
Israel conducted airstrikes in the Syrian capital, Damascus, where they targeted areas near the Ministry of Defence and the presidential palace. The attacks coincide with continued conflict in Suwayda, where government forces and Druze groups have been fighting. Other countries, including the US, Turkiye, the Gulf Cooperation Council, and Norway, have expressed concerns and condemned the attacks.Key Facts
- Israel launched airstrikes in Damascus, targeting areas close to the Syrian Defence Ministry and the presidential palace.
- The strikes happened after Israel demanded Syria withdraw its forces from the city of Suwayda.
- At least one person died and 18 others were injured in these airstrikes, according to Syrian state media.
- Fighting continued in Suwayda between government forces and Druze armed groups after a ceasefire collapsed.
- The US expressed concern over the rising violence in Syria due to the airstrikes.
- Turkiye condemned the strikes, saying they affect efforts to bring peace and stability to Syria.
- The Gulf Cooperation Council strongly condemned the attacks, calling them a violation of Syria's sovereignty and a threat to regional stability.
- Norway's foreign minister warned that these actions could harm efforts for a peaceful transition in Syria.
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