Syrian officials have issued strong condemnations against Israel following a violent military confrontation near the capital Damascus. Minister al-Mustafa, in an exclusive interview with Ikhbariya TV, articulated Syria’s official position regarding recent Israeli military activities along the border regions.
The Minister characterized Israel’s actions as calculated provocations designed to incite a direct military response from Syria. “Arrogance and a sense of impunity are blinding Israel,” al-Mustafa stated, emphasizing Damascus’s strategic decision to avoid falling into what he described as “Tel Aviv’s pretensions” of escalating tensions into full-scale confrontation.
The diplomatic statements followed a significant military incident in the village of Beit Jinn, located west of Damascus. According to Syrian reports, an Israeli ground patrol entered the village, triggering armed resistance from local residents. The exchange resulted in six Israeli soldiers sustaining injuries, including three officers.
In retaliation, Israeli forces conducted aerial strikes on the village minutes after the ground clash. The Syrian Ministry of Health reported tragic civilian casualties, with 15 killed—including women and children—and approximately 25 others wounded.
During his visit to the affected area, Minister al-Mustafa called for comprehensive media coverage of the aggression, urging journalists to document both the destruction and “the resilience of the residents.” He reiterated the government’s unwavering support for the population and commitment to stand with them “in all circumstances,” while simultaneously expressing solidarity with the Syrian state’s official position regarding the incident.