Clashes raged in the southern Syrian city of Sweida on Wednesday after a ceasefire between government forces and Druze armed groups collapsed and as Israel threatened to escalate its involvement, saying it's in support of the Druze religious minority.

Israeli forces struck the Syrian General Staff compound in Damascus, citing concerns over violence against the Druze minority. Two civilians were injured in the airstrike. View on euronews

Clashes have intensified in Sweida, southern Syria, after a ceasefire between government forces and Druze armed groups collapsed, prompting Israel to threaten increased intervention. Reports detail attacks on civilians and desperate searches for information amidst communication blackouts.