09 May 2024 | 08:31 AM UTC
Syria: Officials report interception of suspected Israeli missiles targeting site in Damascus area early May 9
Officials in Syria have reported the interception of suspected Israeli-fired missiles targeting a site near Damascus early May 9.
Syrian officials reported that they had intercepted missiles fired by the Israeli military from the Golan Heights towards Damascus at approximately 03:20 May 9. The attack reportedly targeted a building in an unknown location. Officials reported some damage but no casualties. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has not commented.
Emergency personnel will likely deploy to the scene; authorities will likely keep a heightened security presence around the impacted site over the coming hours. Transport disruptions are likely in the affected area.
Exercise caution and avoid all military sites in Syria. Heed the instructions of local security forces. If airstrikes, artillery fire, or warning sirens are reported in the general vicinity, take cover in the nearest bomb shelter and remain there until further instructions are issued by authorities.
