Syria state media says air defenses shoot down two ‘enemy’ drones over Damascus

Syrian air defences shot down two "enemy" drones over Damascus on Thursday, state news agency SANA reported, citing a military source. (AFP/File)
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Updated 05 December 2024
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Syria state media says air defenses shoot down two ‘enemy’ drones over Damascus

  • “Our air defenses confronted enemy drone aircraft in the skies over Damascus,” the statement said

DAMASCUS: Syrian air defenses shot down two “enemy” drones over Damascus on Thursday, state news agency SANA reported, citing a military source.
“A short time ago, our air defenses confronted enemy drone aircraft in the skies over Damascus,” the statement from the military source said, adding that “two aircraft were shot down, without any human or material losses.”


Abbas says Palestinians stand in solidarity with Jordan amid US-Iran tensions

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Abbas says Palestinians stand in solidarity with Jordan amid US-Iran tensions

  • Palestinian president condemned Iranian attacks targeting Jordan
  • Al-Aqsa Mosque has remained closed since Saturday morning as Israeli authorities declared a state of emergency

LONDON: Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas expressed solidarity with Jordan during a phone call with King Abdullah II on Tuesday.

Abbas condemned the Iranian attacks targeting Jordan, reaffirming the Palestinian rejection of any assault that undermines Jordan’s sovereignty or threatens its security and stability, according to Wafa news agency.

After the military actions by the Israeli and US forces in Iran on Saturday, Iran launched suicide drones and missiles into the cities of the Arab Gulf. It also targeted US fighter jets deployed in Azraq, while some missiles struck civilian areas.

Abbas highlighted the importance of dialogue and expressed support for Arab efforts to protect Arab nations, and ensure their security against attacks that violate international law, Wafa added.

For the fourth consecutive day, Israeli forces have intensified military measures throughout the occupied West Bank, closing checkpoints and entrances to cities, towns and villages.

The Al-Aqsa Mosque in the walled city of occupied East Jerusalem has remained closed since Saturday morning, as Israeli authorities declared a state of emergency amid the conflict with Iran.