By Emeka Blast 
Israel Pounds Damascus in Deadly Airstrikes Amid Pledge to Defend Druze Minority
Missiles in the Night: Damascus Hit Hard
Israel launched a fierce aerial assault on key military targets in central Damascus, striking locations near the Defense Ministry, presidential palace, and military convoys. The overnight attack lit up the skyline, shocking residents and marking one of Israel’s boldest moves in Syrian airspace in years.
The Druze Dilemma: Why Israel Got Involved
The strikes come amid deadly clashes in Sweida, where Druze communities have been battling pro-Assad militias and rival tribal fighters. Over 250 people were killed over the weekend, prompting Israel to act. Officials described the campaign as a mission to “shield the Druze”, a religious Arab minority with close ties to Israel.
Ceasefire Crumbles as Tensions Boil Over
A fragile ceasefire announced in Sweida quickly unraveled. Many Druze leaders dismissed the truce as a sham, accusing the Assad regime of violating agreements and continuing attacks on civilian areas. Armed resistance resumed hours after the deal was signed.
Global Shockwaves: Fear of Wider War
The international community has reacted with alarm. The U.S., EU, and Arab states condemned the violence, warning that the conflict risks spiraling into a broader regional confrontation. Analysts say the situation may mark the beginning of a new chapter in Israeli-Syrian hostilities.
What This Means: A Dangerous New Front
The airstrikes underline Israel’s readiness to act beyond Gaza and Lebanon, sending a message to Syria and Iran. By aligning itself with the Druze cause, Israel could be redrawing the map of its military influence in the Middle East.
⚠️ Bottom Line:
Israel’s dramatic intervention in Syria’s internal conflict may be a game-changer. As bombs fall on Damascus and fires rage in Sweida, a dangerous new fault line is emerging in the region—one that could reshape alliances and spark even deadlier battles ahead.
