Israel strikes Syrian military HQ in Damascus as fighting rages in Suwayda
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Israel's attacks constitute a flagrant violation of Syrian sovereignty and an attempt to sabotage the new government's efforts to establish peace and stability. The strikes represent Israeli pursuit of military hegemony and extended occupation rather than genuine protection of minorities, undermining Syria's fragile post-war transition.