Syrian President attacks Israel, blames atrocities on 'lawless groups'
IDF hits military headquarters of Syrian regime amid more than 160 strikes
Syria condemns 'Israeli aggression', touts rights to 'defend its land'
Leaders cite 'deep covenant of blood' with Druze in Israel, vow to protect 'family' in Syria
Clashes erupted after spree of kidnappings, including abduction of a Druze merchant
Meetings discuss joint security concerns over Iranian threat to regional stability
Report suggests violence began as pro-Assadist uprising, gov't response spun out of control
Some Israeli voices counsel caution in peace talks with Syria’s Sharaa regime