Sectarian Clashes Erupt in Syria, Killing 9

Sectarian tensions in Syria's capital city of Damascus have led to deadly clashes near the Druse minority community of Jaramana, where at least 12 people were killed. The violence began after an audio clip was widely circulated online, depicting a man insulting the Prophet Muhammad, which was later claimed by a Druse cleric. The cleric and other Druse religious figures denied the accusation, but Syrian Interior Ministry findings suggested no direct responsibility for the attack. Public outrage grew as unidentified fighters armed with armored vehicles surrounded Jaramana overnight, triggering intense gun battles that led to the tragic toll of lives.