Death Toll from Israeli Airstrike Near Damascus Rises to 20

The death toll from the Israeli airstrike on Beit Jinn, southwest of Damascus, has risen to 20. Syrian media sources confirmed that the attack, which took place yesterday, targeted a number of civilians, including women and children.

The strike has sparked widespread regional and international reactions. Several countries issued statements condemning the Israeli military action, labeling it a violation of Syrian sovereignty and describing it as an act of aggression.

Meanwhile, Syrian citizens held protests to denounce Israel’s actions, calling on the international community not to remain silent in the face of attacks against civilians.

Israeli airstrikes inside Syrian territory have a long history. Although such actions violate international norms, they have so far not elicited a strong response from international bodies. Observers warn that this inaction contributes to increased vulnerability for Syrian civilians and heightened insecurity across the region.