Takaichi moves to PM official residence

Takaichi moves to PM official residence

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi exits a vehicle at the prime minister's official residence in Tokyo on Dec. 29, 2025. Takaichi moved to the residence, adjacent to the prime minister's office, the same day, two month after she took office.

Takaichi moves to PM official residence

Takaichi moves to PM official residence

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi exits a vehicle at the prime minister's official residence in Tokyo on Dec. 29, 2025. Takaichi moved to the residence, adjacent to the prime minister's office, the same day, two month after she took office.

Takaichi moves to PM official residence

Takaichi moves to PM official residence

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi exits a vehicle at the prime minister's official residence in Tokyo on Dec. 29, 2025. Takaichi moved to the residence, adjacent to the prime minister's office, the same day, two month after she took office.

Death Toll Rises To 16 In Sydney's Bondi Beach Shooting

Death Toll Rises To 16 In Sydney's Bondi Beach Shooting

A pedestrian area adjacent to the Bondi Beach is cordoned off in Sydney, Australia, Dec. 15, 2025. The death toll from a shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach on Sunday has risen to 16, with a father and son identified as the attackers, police said Monday. The deceased range in age from 10 to 87 years old and includes one of the attackers. Another 40 people were being treated in hospital for their injuries as of Monday morning, five of whom were in critical condition. Photo by Ma Ping/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Death Toll Rises To 16 In Sydney's Bondi Beach Shooting

Death Toll Rises To 16 In Sydney's Bondi Beach Shooting

Streets adjacent to the Bondi Beach are cordoned off in Sydney, Australia, Dec. 15, 2025. The death toll from a shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach on Sunday has risen to 16, with a father and son identified as the attackers, police said Monday. The deceased range in age from 10 to 87 years old and includes one of the attackers. Another 40 people were being treated in hospital for their injuries as of Monday morning, five of whom were in critical condition. Photo by Ma Ping/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Rare Moment of An Orangutan Hanging From A Tree - Sumatra

Rare Moment of An Orangutan Hanging From A Tree - Sumatra

An orangutan, positioned in a tree adjacent to the Head of the LPS I Medan Representative Office, Muhamad Yusron, utilised a smartphone to document a unique occasion during a media gathering held in the Gunung Leuser National Park (TNGL) forest area in Bukit Lawang, Langkat, North Sumatra, Indonesia, on December 11, 2025. This event, centred on conservation, underscored LPS's commitment that extends beyond ensuring financial stability in the wake of disasters and crises; it also incorporates a deep concern for ecological sustainability. A robust banking framework is anticipated to facilitate both sustainable economic development and environmental restoration, fostering a balance among human activity, natural ecosystems, and economic growth in Sumatra. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

Rare Moment of An Orangutan Hanging From A Tree - Sumatra

Rare Moment of An Orangutan Hanging From A Tree - Sumatra

An orangutan, positioned in a tree adjacent to the Head of the LPS I Medan Representative Office, Muhamad Yusron, utilised a smartphone to document a unique occasion during a media gathering held in the Gunung Leuser National Park (TNGL) forest area in Bukit Lawang, Langkat, North Sumatra, Indonesia, on December 11, 2025. This event, centred on conservation, underscored LPS's commitment that extends beyond ensuring financial stability in the wake of disasters and crises; it also incorporates a deep concern for ecological sustainability. A robust banking framework is anticipated to facilitate both sustainable economic development and environmental restoration, fostering a balance among human activity, natural ecosystems, and economic growth in Sumatra. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

Germany: Pro-Palestine Protesters Clash With Police in Berlin

On Tuesday, October 7, a pro-Palestine gathering on anniversary of the October 7 massacre that was planned at Alexanderplatz was banned by authorities in Berlin. Despite the ban, around 500 people gathered near the City Hall (Rotes Rathaus), which is adjacent to Alexanderplatz. This large, unauthorized gathering led to clashes, attacks, and detentions by police.

Electric Vehicle - Indonesia

Electric Vehicle - Indonesia

On October 2, 2025, a diverse array of electric vehicles, alongside various other types of vehicles, traversed the roadway adjacent to a Public Electric Vehicle Charging Station (SPKLU) in Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia. This event underscores Indonesia's dedication to promoting green energy initiatives, a strategy spearheaded by the State Electricity Company (PLN) through comprehensive electrification efforts across multiple sectors. The accelerated development of SPKLU infrastructure represents a pivotal advancement in decreasing the nation's reliance on fossil fuels. Such progress facilitates a seamless transition towards a sustainable and low-emission electricity system, ultimately contributing to a cleaner energy future for all citizens. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tokyo, Suginami Ward: House Collapse

Tokyo, Suginami Ward: House Collapse

A private home collapsed in Suginami Ward, Tokyo. The house in 1-chome, Horinouchi, Suginami Ward, Tokyo collapsed and slid into the grounds of an adjacent luxury condominium.=September 30,2025,Tokyo

Tokyo, Suginami Ward: House Collapse

Tokyo, Suginami Ward: House Collapse

A private home collapsed in Suginami Ward, Tokyo. The house in 1-chome, Horinouchi, Suginami Ward, Tokyo collapsed and slid into the grounds of an adjacent luxury condominium.=September 30,2025,Tokyo

Tokyo, Suginami Ward: House Collapse

Tokyo, Suginami Ward: House Collapse

A private home collapsed in Suginami Ward, Tokyo. The house in 1-chome, Horinouchi, Suginami Ward, Tokyo collapsed and slid into the grounds of an adjacent luxury condominium.=September 30,2025,Tokyo

Netherlands: Huge Blaze at Veenendaal Industrial Estate

A major fire at a commercial building in Veenendaal, Netherlands, was brought under control on Sunday, August 24. The fire, which started at a company that processes cocoa powder, did not spread to an adjacent metalworking company, and its cause remains unknown.

Illustration - Occitanie

Illustration - Occitanie

FRANCE. ALPES-MARITIMES (06) AERIAL VIEW OF CAP D'AIL (ADJACENT TO THE PRINCIPALITY OF MONACO) Photo by Frederic Hedelin/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Aerial view of shrimp and crab farming ponds and the adjacent photovoltaic power plant in Qingdao West Coast New Area in Qingdao City, Shandong Province, China on August 11, 2025.

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Aerial view of shrimp and crab farming ponds and the adjacent photovoltaic power plant in Qingdao West Coast New Area in Qingdao City, Shandong Province, China on August 11, 2025.

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Aerial view of shrimp and crab farming ponds and the adjacent photovoltaic power plant in Qingdao West Coast New Area in Qingdao City, Shandong Province, China on August 11, 2025.

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Aerial view of shrimp and crab farming ponds and the adjacent photovoltaic power plant in Qingdao West Coast New Area in Qingdao City, Shandong Province, China on August 11, 2025.

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Aerial view of shrimp and crab farming ponds and the adjacent photovoltaic power plant in Qingdao West Coast New Area in Qingdao City, Shandong Province, China on August 11, 2025.

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Aerial view of shrimp and crab farming ponds and the adjacent photovoltaic power plant in Qingdao West Coast New Area in Qingdao City, Shandong Province, China on August 11, 2025.

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Aerial view of shrimp and crab farming ponds and the adjacent photovoltaic power plant in Qingdao West Coast New Area in Qingdao City, Shandong Province, China on August 11, 2025.

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Aerial view of shrimp and crab farming ponds and the adjacent photovoltaic power plant in Qingdao West Coast New Area in Qingdao City, Shandong Province, China on August 11, 2025.

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Aerial view of shrimp and crab farming ponds and the adjacent photovoltaic power plant in Qingdao West Coast New Area in Qingdao City, Shandong Province, China on August 11, 2025.

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Aerial view of shrimp and crab farming ponds and the adjacent photovoltaic power plant in Qingdao West Coast New Area in Qingdao City, Shandong Province, China on August 11, 2025.

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Aerial view of shrimp and crab farming ponds and the adjacent photovoltaic power plant in Qingdao West Coast New Area in Qingdao City, Shandong Province, China on August 11, 2025.

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Aerial view of shrimp and crab farming ponds and the adjacent photovoltaic power plant in Qingdao West Coast New Area in Qingdao City, Shandong Province, China on August 11, 2025.

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Aerial view of shrimp and crab farming ponds and the adjacent photovoltaic power plant in Qingdao West Coast New Area in Qingdao City, Shandong Province, China on August 11, 2025.

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Aerial view of shrimp and crab farming ponds and the adjacent photovoltaic power plant in Qingdao West Coast New Area in Qingdao City, Shandong Province, China on August 11, 2025.

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Aerial view of shrimp and crab farming ponds and the adjacent photovoltaic power plant in Qingdao West Coast New Area in Qingdao City, Shandong Province, China on August 11, 2025.

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Aerial view of shrimp and crab farming ponds and the adjacent photovoltaic power plant in Qingdao West Coast New Area in Qingdao City, Shandong Province, China on August 11, 2025.

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Shrimp And Crab Farming Base

Aerial view of shrimp and crab farming ponds and the adjacent photovoltaic power plant in Qingdao West Coast New Area in Qingdao City, Shandong Province, China on August 11, 2025.

Israeli Outpost Expansion Sparks Border Tensions - Lebanon

Israeli Outpost Expansion Sparks Border Tensions - Lebanon

Israeli soldiers take a break from construction work at an illegal Israeli outpost in Houla, southern Lebanon, on July 31, 2025. Positioned directly adjacent to a United Nations facility, the site has seen ongoing expansion activity, including the presence of armored construction vehicles such as a Caterpillar D9 bulldozer. The outpost, which is not officially recognized and lies beyond Israel’s internationally accepted border, highlights escalating tensions along the Lebanon-Israel frontier. The expansion has drawn condemnation from Lebanese officials and concern from international observers over violations of sovereignty and proximity to UN infrastructure. The buildup underscores the fragile security situation in the area, where incidents along the Blue Line often spark diplomatic and military friction. Photo by Courtney Bonneau/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Israeli Outpost Expansion Sparks Border Tensions - Lebanon

Israeli Outpost Expansion Sparks Border Tensions - Lebanon

Israeli soldiers take a break from construction work at an illegal Israeli outpost in Houla, southern Lebanon, on July 31, 2025. Positioned directly adjacent to a United Nations facility, the site has seen ongoing expansion activity, including the presence of armored construction vehicles such as a Caterpillar D9 bulldozer. The outpost, which is not officially recognized and lies beyond Israel’s internationally accepted border, highlights escalating tensions along the Lebanon-Israel frontier. The expansion has drawn condemnation from Lebanese officials and concern from international observers over violations of sovereignty and proximity to UN infrastructure. The buildup underscores the fragile security situation in the area, where incidents along the Blue Line often spark diplomatic and military friction. Photo by Courtney Bonneau/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Israeli Outpost Expansion Sparks Border Tensions - Lebanon

Israeli Outpost Expansion Sparks Border Tensions - Lebanon

Israeli soldiers take a break from construction work at an illegal Israeli outpost in Houla, southern Lebanon, on July 31, 2025. Positioned directly adjacent to a United Nations facility, the site has seen ongoing expansion activity, including the presence of armored construction vehicles such as a Caterpillar D9 bulldozer. The outpost, which is not officially recognized and lies beyond Israel’s internationally accepted border, highlights escalating tensions along the Lebanon-Israel frontier. The expansion has drawn condemnation from Lebanese officials and concern from international observers over violations of sovereignty and proximity to UN infrastructure. The buildup underscores the fragile security situation in the area, where incidents along the Blue Line often spark diplomatic and military friction. Photo by Courtney Bonneau/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Israeli Outpost Expansion Sparks Border Tensions - Lebanon

Israeli Outpost Expansion Sparks Border Tensions - Lebanon

Israeli soldiers take a break from construction work at an illegal Israeli outpost in Houla, southern Lebanon, on July 31, 2025. Positioned directly adjacent to a United Nations facility, the site has seen ongoing expansion activity, including the presence of armored construction vehicles such as a Caterpillar D9 bulldozer. The outpost, which is not officially recognized and lies beyond Israel’s internationally accepted border, highlights escalating tensions along the Lebanon-Israel frontier. The expansion has drawn condemnation from Lebanese officials and concern from international observers over violations of sovereignty and proximity to UN infrastructure. The buildup underscores the fragile security situation in the area, where incidents along the Blue Line often spark diplomatic and military friction. Photo by Courtney Bonneau/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Israeli Outpost Expansion Sparks Border Tensions - Lebanon

Israeli Outpost Expansion Sparks Border Tensions - Lebanon

Israeli soldiers take a break from construction work at an illegal Israeli outpost in Houla, southern Lebanon, on July 31, 2025. Positioned directly adjacent to a United Nations facility, the site has seen ongoing expansion activity, including the presence of armored construction vehicles such as a Caterpillar D9 bulldozer. The outpost, which is not officially recognized and lies beyond Israel’s internationally accepted border, highlights escalating tensions along the Lebanon-Israel frontier. The expansion has drawn condemnation from Lebanese officials and concern from international observers over violations of sovereignty and proximity to UN infrastructure. The buildup underscores the fragile security situation in the area, where incidents along the Blue Line often spark diplomatic and military friction. Photo by Courtney Bonneau/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Israeli Outpost Expansion Sparks Border Tensions - Lebanon

Israeli Outpost Expansion Sparks Border Tensions - Lebanon

Israeli soldiers take a break from construction work at an illegal Israeli outpost in Houla, southern Lebanon, on July 31, 2025. Positioned directly adjacent to a United Nations facility, the site has seen ongoing expansion activity, including the presence of armored construction vehicles such as a Caterpillar D9 bulldozer. The outpost, which is not officially recognized and lies beyond Israel’s internationally accepted border, highlights escalating tensions along the Lebanon-Israel frontier. The expansion has drawn condemnation from Lebanese officials and concern from international observers over violations of sovereignty and proximity to UN infrastructure. The buildup underscores the fragile security situation in the area, where incidents along the Blue Line often spark diplomatic and military friction. Photo by Courtney Bonneau/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Israeli Outpost Expansion Sparks Border Tensions - Lebanon

Israeli Outpost Expansion Sparks Border Tensions - Lebanon

Israeli soldiers take a break from construction work at an illegal Israeli outpost in Houla, southern Lebanon, on July 31, 2025. Positioned directly adjacent to a United Nations facility, the site has seen ongoing expansion activity, including the presence of armored construction vehicles such as a Caterpillar D9 bulldozer. The outpost, which is not officially recognized and lies beyond Israel’s internationally accepted border, highlights escalating tensions along the Lebanon-Israel frontier. The expansion has drawn condemnation from Lebanese officials and concern from international observers over violations of sovereignty and proximity to UN infrastructure. The buildup underscores the fragile security situation in the area, where incidents along the Blue Line often spark diplomatic and military friction. Photo by Courtney Bonneau/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Israeli Outpost Expansion Sparks Border Tensions - Lebanon

Israeli Outpost Expansion Sparks Border Tensions - Lebanon

Israeli soldiers take a break from construction work at an illegal Israeli outpost in Houla, southern Lebanon, on July 31, 2025. Positioned directly adjacent to a United Nations facility, the site has seen ongoing expansion activity, including the presence of armored construction vehicles such as a Caterpillar D9 bulldozer. The outpost, which is not officially recognized and lies beyond Israel’s internationally accepted border, highlights escalating tensions along the Lebanon-Israel frontier. The expansion has drawn condemnation from Lebanese officials and concern from international observers over violations of sovereignty and proximity to UN infrastructure. The buildup underscores the fragile security situation in the area, where incidents along the Blue Line often spark diplomatic and military friction. Photo by Courtney Bonneau/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Israeli Outpost Expansion Sparks Border Tensions - Lebanon

Israeli Outpost Expansion Sparks Border Tensions - Lebanon

Israeli soldiers take a break from construction work at an illegal Israeli outpost in Houla, southern Lebanon, on July 31, 2025. Positioned directly adjacent to a United Nations facility, the site has seen ongoing expansion activity, including the presence of armored construction vehicles such as a Caterpillar D9 bulldozer. The outpost, which is not officially recognized and lies beyond Israel’s internationally accepted border, highlights escalating tensions along the Lebanon-Israel frontier. The expansion has drawn condemnation from Lebanese officials and concern from international observers over violations of sovereignty and proximity to UN infrastructure. The buildup underscores the fragile security situation in the area, where incidents along the Blue Line often spark diplomatic and military friction. Photo by Courtney Bonneau/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Israeli Outpost Expansion Sparks Border Tensions - Lebanon

Israeli Outpost Expansion Sparks Border Tensions - Lebanon

Israeli soldiers take a break from construction work at an illegal Israeli outpost in Houla, southern Lebanon, on July 31, 2025. Positioned directly adjacent to a United Nations facility, the site has seen ongoing expansion activity, including the presence of armored construction vehicles such as a Caterpillar D9 bulldozer. The outpost, which is not officially recognized and lies beyond Israel’s internationally accepted border, highlights escalating tensions along the Lebanon-Israel frontier. The expansion has drawn condemnation from Lebanese officials and concern from international observers over violations of sovereignty and proximity to UN infrastructure. The buildup underscores the fragile security situation in the area, where incidents along the Blue Line often spark diplomatic and military friction. Photo by Courtney Bonneau/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Illustration - New York City - NYC

Illustration - New York City - NYC

UNITED STATES, NEW YORK CITY, MANHATTAN, LOWER MANHATTAN. NEW YORK CITY TRIBUTE IN LIGHT. THE ANNUAL COMMEMORATION OF SEPTEMBER 11TH IN LOWER MANHATTAN ADJACENT TO THE NEW WORLD TRADE CENTER. TWO VERTICAL COLUMNS OF LIGHT RISE ABOVE THE FINANCIAL DISTRICT. Photo by Francois Roux/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

Illustration - New York City - NYC

Illustration - New York City - NYC

UNITED STATES, NEW YORK CITY, MANHATTAN, FLATIRON DISTRICT. VIEW AT SUNSET OF THE NEO-GOTHIC NEW YORK LIFE BUILDING WITH ITS GOLD LEAF ROOFTOP ADJACENT TO A STEEL AND GLASS SKYSCRAPER ON MADISON SQUARE PARK Photo by Francois Roux/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

Syrian Army HQ Hit in Israeli Strikes - Damascus

Syrian Army HQ Hit in Israeli Strikes - Damascus

This photo taken on July 16, 2025 shows the General Command building of the Syrian Army damaged in Israeli airstrikes in Damascus, Syrian. Syrian local media and witnesses said on Wednesday that Israel launched a wave of airstrikes on Damascus, targeting high-profile government and military sites in a dramatic escalation. At least five missiles struck the Syrian Army's General Command headquarters and the defense authority compound in Umayyad Square, a symbolic heart of state authority. Additional strikes hit the vicinity of the Al-Shaab presidential palace situated on a mountain overlooking the capital. The Syrian health authorities reported that at least one civilian was killed and 19 others injured in the strikes. The General Command building suffered extensive damage, and several adjacent government buildings and roads were left in ruins. Photo by Ammar Safarjalani/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Syrian Army HQ Hit in Israeli Strikes - Damascus

Syrian Army HQ Hit in Israeli Strikes - Damascus

Pedestrians pass by the General Command building of the Syrian Army damaged in Israeli airstrikes in Damascus, Syrian, on July 16, 2025. Syrian local media and witnesses said on Wednesday that Israel launched a wave of airstrikes on Damascus, targeting high-profile government and military sites in a dramatic escalation. At least five missiles struck the Syrian Army's General Command headquarters and the defense authority compound in Umayyad Square, a symbolic heart of state authority. Additional strikes hit the vicinity of the Al-Shaab presidential palace situated on a mountain overlooking the capital. The Syrian health authorities reported that at least one civilian was killed and 19 others injured in the strikes. The General Command building suffered extensive damage, and several adjacent government buildings and roads were left in ruins. Photo by Ammar Safarjalani/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Syrian Army HQ Hit in Israeli Strikes - Damascus

Syrian Army HQ Hit in Israeli Strikes - Damascus

This photo taken on July 16, 2025 shows the General Command building of the Syrian Army damaged in Israeli airstrikes in Damascus, Syrian. Syrian local media and witnesses said on Wednesday that Israel launched a wave of airstrikes on Damascus, targeting high-profile government and military sites in a dramatic escalation. At least five missiles struck the Syrian Army's General Command headquarters and the defense authority compound in Umayyad Square, a symbolic heart of state authority. Additional strikes hit the vicinity of the Al-Shaab presidential palace situated on a mountain overlooking the capital. The Syrian health authorities reported that at least one civilian was killed and 19 others injured in the strikes. The General Command building suffered extensive damage, and several adjacent government buildings and roads were left in ruins. Photo by Ammar Safarjalani/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Syrian Army HQ Hit in Israeli Strikes - Damascus

Syrian Army HQ Hit in Israeli Strikes - Damascus

A man riding a motorcycle passes by the General Command building of the Syrian Army damaged in Israeli airstrikes in Damascus, Syrian, on July 16, 2025. Syrian local media and witnesses said on Wednesday that Israel launched a wave of airstrikes on Damascus, targeting high-profile government and military sites in a dramatic escalation. At least five missiles struck the Syrian Army's General Command headquarters and the defense authority compound in Umayyad Square, a symbolic heart of state authority. Additional strikes hit the vicinity of the Al-Shaab presidential palace situated on a mountain overlooking the capital. The Syrian health authorities reported that at least one civilian was killed and 19 others injured in the strikes. The General Command building suffered extensive damage, and several adjacent government buildings and roads were left in ruins. Photo by Ammar Safarjalani/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Syrian Army HQ Hit in Israeli Strikes - Damascus

Syrian Army HQ Hit in Israeli Strikes - Damascus

This photo taken on July 16, 2025 shows the General Command building of the Syrian Army damaged in Israeli airstrikes in Damascus, Syrian. Syrian local media and witnesses said on Wednesday that Israel launched a wave of airstrikes on Damascus, targeting high-profile government and military sites in a dramatic escalation. At least five missiles struck the Syrian Army's General Command headquarters and the defense authority compound in Umayyad Square, a symbolic heart of state authority. Additional strikes hit the vicinity of the Al-Shaab presidential palace situated on a mountain overlooking the capital. The Syrian health authorities reported that at least one civilian was killed and 19 others injured in the strikes. The General Command building suffered extensive damage, and several adjacent government buildings and roads were left in ruins. Photo by Ammar Safarjalani/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Syrian Army HQ Hit in Israeli Strikes - Damascus

Syrian Army HQ Hit in Israeli Strikes - Damascus

This photo taken on July 16, 2025 shows the General Command building of the Syrian Army damaged in Israeli airstrikes in Damascus, Syrian. Syrian local media and witnesses said on Wednesday that Israel launched a wave of airstrikes on Damascus, targeting high-profile government and military sites in a dramatic escalation. At least five missiles struck the Syrian Army's General Command headquarters and the defense authority compound in Umayyad Square, a symbolic heart of state authority. Additional strikes hit the vicinity of the Al-Shaab presidential palace situated on a mountain overlooking the capital. The Syrian health authorities reported that at least one civilian was killed and 19 others injured in the strikes. The General Command building suffered extensive damage, and several adjacent government buildings and roads were left in ruins. Photo by Ammar Safarjalani/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Syrian Army HQ Hit in Israeli Strikes - Damascus

Syrian Army HQ Hit in Israeli Strikes - Damascus

This photo taken on July 16, 2025 shows the General Command building of the Syrian Army damaged in Israeli airstrikes in Damascus, Syrian. Syrian local media and witnesses said on Wednesday that Israel launched a wave of airstrikes on Damascus, targeting high-profile government and military sites in a dramatic escalation. At least five missiles struck the Syrian Army's General Command headquarters and the defense authority compound in Umayyad Square, a symbolic heart of state authority. Additional strikes hit the vicinity of the Al-Shaab presidential palace situated on a mountain overlooking the capital. The Syrian health authorities reported that at least one civilian was killed and 19 others injured in the strikes. The General Command building suffered extensive damage, and several adjacent government buildings and roads were left in ruins. Photo by Ammar Safarjalani/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM