US says 'specific steps' agreed to end Syria violence after Israeli strikes hit Damascus
Summary
Israeli airstrikes hit areas in Syria, including the defense ministry in Damascus, amid ongoing sectarian clashes. The U.S. announced specific steps to resolve the violence in the southern Suweida region, where more than 300 people have been killed. Syrian troops began withdrawing as part of an agreement to address the conflict.Key Facts
- Israel conducted airstrikes on the Syrian defense ministry in Damascus and other targets.
- Clashes in Suweida, a province with a significant Druze population, have resulted in over 300 deaths.
- U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that there is an agreement to end the violence in Suweida.
- Syrian troops started withdrawing from Suweida after reaching an agreement with local leaders.
- The Israeli military and Syrian forces exchanged hostilities following sectarian unrest.
- Druze concerns have increased due to repeated violence over the past eight months.
- Israel's Prime Minister and Defense Minister expressed a commitment to protecting Druze communities.
- The Syrian foreign ministry accused Israel of attacking government and civilian sites, resulting in civilian casualties.
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