Recent news has highlighted Damascus due to a series of Israeli airstrikes targeting various locations in Syria, resulting in casualties and damage to military targets and civilian infrastructure. These strikes have often been in response to perceived threats from Iranian forces and their allies operating in Syria. Additionally, ongoing protests in Syria, including in government-controlled areas like Sweida, have added to the attention on the region.
Damascus, the capital of Syria, holds significant historical and cultural importance as one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. It has been a focal point of various conflicts and power struggles throughout history, including the current civil war in Syria. The city is known for its ancient landmarks, such as the Umayyad Mosque and the historic Old City, which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Despite its rich history, Damascus has faced immense challenges in recent years due to the devastating effects of the Syrian civil war, resulting in widespread destruction and loss of life.
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Iran is willing to "expend every Arab life" in its efforts to end Western influence in the Middle East and destroy Israel, a former US national security adviser has said.
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US president: 'We will help defend Israel and Iran will not succeed'; report warns Tehran could launch major drone and missile attack within hours in retaliation for strike on IRGC
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A retaliatory attack from Tehran appears likely days after two top Iranian generals and nine others were killed in an air strike on Syria - and western leaders have reacted
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In response, Israel threatens a direct attack if Iran uses its own territory to retaliate.
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Nine countries were involved in firing or shooting down more than 300 missiles and drones aimed at Israel
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Source in terror group says Quds Force commander Mohammad Reza Zahedi was only non-Lebanese member of powerful Shura Council
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War experts say Iran may retaliate for the attack in Damascus in part by targeting American troops based in the Middle East. It's done it before.
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Among the victims of Monday's air strike in Damascus against the Iranian consulate was Mohammad Reza Zahedi, a high-ranking member of the Revolutionary Guards, his deputy Mohammad Hadi Hajriahimi, and…
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An Israeli airstrike on a residential building in Damascus kills at least two people, with conflicting reports on the number of casualties.
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Israeli military planes carry out air strikes on Lebanon and Syria, resulting in casualties and damage.
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Israeli airstrikes hit multiple sites in Syria, resulting in civilian casualties and targeting militants.
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Even as Israel's far-right celebrates at a conference on resettlement of Gush Katif, Arab countries work to restore ties with Syria and an economic crisis deepens in Egypt
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Israeli airstrikes in Syria kill Iranian military advisors and Syrian forces, prompting accusations from Iran and escalating tensions in the region
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Iran's Revolutionary Guards claim to have attacked Israeli 'spy headquarters' in Iraq and struck in Syria against the Islamic State
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An Israeli missile strike in Damascus killed several members of Iran's Revolutionary Guards and destroyed a building used by Iranian advisers.
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Israeli fighter jets carry out multiple strikes on Syrian military targets, causing casualties and damage
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Israeli air raids targeted airports in Damascus and Aleppo, causing civilian casualties and material damage.
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Protests in Syria, initially sparked by economic grievances, have evolved into calls for the removal of the Assad government.
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Israeli airstrikes damage Aleppo airport in Syria, putting it out of service
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Anti-government protests continue for a second week in government-controlled Sweida.