DAMASCUS: An Israeli airstrike targeted a residential building in the Kafr Sousa district of Damascus on Wednesday, resulting in the deaths of 2 people.
Syrian media, citing a military source, reported that the strike occurred around 9:40 a.m. (0640 GMT) and injured several other individuals, identifying the deceased as civilians.
Images released by Syrian state media depicted the charred side of a multi-storey building. The neighborhood is home to Iranian cultural centers, residential buildings, and schools, and is situated near a large, heavily guarded complex utilized by security agencies.
Israeli strike hit district in February
Israeli strike occurred in district in February This district was previously struck by an Israeli attack in February of last year, which resulted in the deaths of Iranian military experts.
Witnesses reported hearing several consecutive explosions. The blasts caused panic among children at a nearby school, prompting ambulances to swiftly respond to the area.
