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- 16-Jul-2025 09:49 PM IST
- (Updated 16-Jul-2025 09:54 PM IST)
Israel-Syria War: Israel has carried out heavy bombing in the Syrian capital Damascus. The Israeli army has claimed that it targeted the Syrian Defense Ministry, resulting in heavy damage to the army headquarters. A video of this attack has also surfaced, in which the echo of the loud explosions during the bombing is clearly heard. In the video, a TV anchor can be seen suddenly running away from the camera in fear while reading the news in the studio. The intensity of the blasts was so much that its sound reached inside the TV studio, which created panic among the people present there.Statement of Israeli Defense MinisterIsraeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has taken a tough stand and said that the phase of warnings in Damascus is now over and "painful attacks" will be carried out further. He also made it clear that the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) will continue military action in the Suwayda region of southern Syria. Katz especially emphasized the safety of the Daroz community and said that Israel is committed to protecting this community.Tensions in Suwayda and Israeli interventionTensions have escalated after the ceasefire between the Syrian army and Daroos armed groups broke down in the Suwayda region of southern Syria. Israel has increased its military presence by intervening in the region. This is the third consecutive day that Israel has carried out air strikes in Syria. The aim of these attacks is said to be to reduce threats affecting regional stability and to ensure the safety of the Daroos community.PM Netanyahu's statementIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in his statement on Tuesday night that Israel is committed to protecting the southwestern region of Syria as a demilitarized zone on its border. He said, "It is our responsibility to protect the local Daroos community." This statement outlines Israel's regional strategy and its policy towards the Daroos community.Daros Community: An IntroductionThe Daroos religious sect originated in the 10th century and is part of Ismailism, a branch of Shia Islam. There are approximately 1 million Daroos around the world, more than half of whom reside in Syria. In addition, the Daroos community also has a significant presence in Lebanon and Israel, especially the Golan Heights region. This community is known for its distinct cultural and religious identity.
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