Escalating violence around Damascus, Syria, has resulted in 28 deaths over two days, predominantly from clashes between pro-government forces and the Druse militia. The unrest prompted the Israeli military to conduct a warning strike on the outskirts of the capital, targeting extremists allegedly poised to assault the Druse religious minority. Israel maintains robust relations with the Druse community and has pledged protection should they face attacks. The violence first erupted in Jaramana and expanded to Ashrafieh Sahnaya, implicating regional tensions and highlighting Israelâs proactive stance in safeguarding allies.
The total death toll for two days of unrest rose to at least 28 after the latest outbreak of gun battles.
Israel's military said it had carried out a warning attack on the outskirts of Damascus against what it called extremists preparing to attack the Druse.
Israel's government has close relations with the Druse community in Israel and has offered to protect them in Syria.
The latest fighting spread overnight to the town of Ashrafieh Sahnaya after armed gunmen attacked government checkpoints.
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