Israel has carried out a wave of forceful airstrikes across Syria, explicitly targeting government forces and media buildings in Damascus in response to attacks on the Druze minority in Sweida. Over 250 people have died amid violent clashes involving Druze fighters, Bedouin groups, and government troops.
The Israeli government asserts its military operations aim to protect the Druze, while Syria condemns the strikes as “treacherous aggression.” Despite repeated ceasefire attempts, fighting and bombardments persist, leaving civilians in fear and regional tensions elevated.
A harrowing moment of the attacks was broadcast live, as a Syrian TV news anchor fled her studio on air when explosions shook the building.
Anchor Flees Live Broadcast Amid Strikes on Syrian State TV
As Israeli airstrikes hit central Damascus, dramatic scenes unfolded when a Syrian TV news anchor abruptly abandoned a live broadcast as explosions rocked the state-run station’s building. The incident, widely shared on social media, highlighted the intensity and proximity of the bombing to civilian infrastructure and underscored mounting risks for non-combatants and media workers during the escalation.
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz declared, “The warnings in Damascus have ended—now painful blows will come,” and announced that Israeli forces will “continue to operate forcefully” in Suweida. Prime Minister Netanyahu echoed a strong commitment to safeguard the Druze community, pledging sustained military action until the threats subside.
Ceasefire Shattered and Civilian Toll Mounts
The clashes between Druze militias, Bedouin tribes, and Syrian government forces in Sweida, which reignited over the weekend, have left more than 250 people dead since Sunday. Attempts at a ceasefire failed as fighting resumed almost immediately, prompting Israel’s military to launch additional strikes on strategic targets, including government facilities and weapons depots in and around Damascus.
Many Sweida residents—overwhelmingly Druze—remain trapped without power and basic necessities, fearful of further violence as the city itself turns into a battleground. The new Syrian administration faces deepening distrust from minorities and global anxiety as appeals from the United States, European Union, and humanitarian agencies urge all combatants to de-escalate and safeguard innocents. The Syrian health ministry reported at least 1 death and 18 injuries in the immediate aftermath of Israeli strikes targeting government and military facilities.
The Logical Indian’s Perspective
The distressing scenes of media workers fleeing for their lives and ordinary civilians enduring relentless violence underline the urgent need for peace and accountability. The Logical Indian resolutely calls for empathy, dialogue, and a renewed focus on protecting every vulnerable community—be it Druze, Syrian, or otherwise.
Targeted attacks on infrastructure and reprisals deepen wounds and hinder reconciliation, while unchecked intervention risks broader conflict. We urge all parties to turn away from force, honour humanitarian principles, and prioritise constructive engagement.
