Israeli Strikes Target Syria Amid Druze-Bedouin Clashes

A series of Israeli airstrikes struck Syria’s military headquarters in Damascus and targets in Sweida province, intensifying after violence erupted between Druze militias and Bedouin armed groups in southern Syria. The strikes, which wounded at least two civilians in Damascus, were described by Israel as efforts to protect the Druze minority following deadly clashes that have resulted in hundreds of deaths since Sunday. Israeli officials stated the attacks aimed to deter Syrian government actions against Druze communities, while Syria accused armed groups in Sweida of breaking a collapsed ceasefire. The conflict follows the ouster of Bashar al-Assad last year, leaving government forces to confront both Druze militias and ongoing unrest. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu warned Druze civilians against crossing into Syria, citing security risks. The situation remains unstable, with Israel reinforcing its border and both sides preparing for further escalation.