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Israeli Airstrike in Damascus' Mazzeh Area Kills Two, Targets Vehicle

Oct 21, 2024, 02:45 PM

An explosion occurred in the Mazzeh neighborhood of Damascus, Syria, reportedly from an Israeli airstrike targeting a vehicle. Syrian state media confirmed the car explosion, which took place near the Golden Mazzeh Hotel and resulted in at least one fatality. Various sources, including opposition media, attributed the strike to Israel, suggesting it was a targeted attack. The Syrian defense ministry later reported that two civilians were killed and three others were wounded in the airstrike. The area is known for housing embassies and security headquarters.