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The Independent
17-07-2025
- Politics
- The Independent
Israeli strike on Syrian military HQ shown in drone footage
Israel has released drone footage showing a significant missile strike on Syria 's military headquarters in Damascus on Wednesday. The strikes are considered Israel's most intense in years, occurring amidst deadly clashes between Druze factions and government forces in southern Syria. Interim Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa accused Israel of a "large-scale escalation", while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he was working 'to save our Druze brothers'. The conflict, which began on Sunday, has reportedly resulted in over 350 fatalities. Watch the video in full above.
Al Arabiya
16-07-2025
- Politics
- Al Arabiya
Turkey says Israeli strikes on Damascus meant to sabotage peace
Israeli air strikes on Damascus - targeting the Syrian military headquarters, defense ministry, and areas around it - aim to sabotage Syria's efforts to establish peace and security, Turkey's foreign ministry said on Wednesday. The ministry said Syria had a historic opportunity to live in peace and integrate into the world after the toppling Bashar al-Assad, the former president, in December.
