3 killed, 3 injured by Israeli airstrike in Syria's Damascus

Three people were killed and three others injured on Wednesday as an Israeli airstrike hit a three-story building in the Mazzeh Western Villas neighborhood of Damascus, the capital of Syria.

"We're now at the site of an Israeli air attack that targeted a residential building in Mazzeh neighborhood on the southwestern outskirts of the capital Damascus. The targeted building, as we can see, is a three-story building, whose first and the ground floor were destroyed. The area actually is a very densely populated area, and as we can see civil defense teams are still in the place working to remove the rubbles," said CCTV reporter Haifa Seyd.

"I heard two explosions of the missiles. There was a loud bang and the glass of the windows in my house shattered. Our neighbors' shops and civilian homes were damaged. They are all civilians. I know them," said a local resident who witnessed the air-strike.

On Tuesday morning, an Israeli attack near the neighborhood killed three civilians and injured nine others.

Back in January, a previous Israeli strike on the neighborhood killed 13 people, including five Iranians.

The neighborhood, which houses several diplomatic missions and high-profile residences, has been targeted by Israel in the past strikes as it is believed to host the commanders of Iranian and Palestinian factions.

The Israeli Defense Forces have not commented on the latest attack so far.

3 killed, 3 injured by Israeli airstrike in Syria's Damascus

3 killed, 3 injured by Israeli airstrike in Syria's Damascus

3 killed, 3 injured by Israeli airstrike in Syria's Damascus

3 killed, 3 injured by Israeli airstrike in Syria's Damascus

3 killed, 3 injured by Israeli airstrike in Syria's Damascus

3 killed, 3 injured by Israeli airstrike in Syria's Damascus

The Miao ethnic group, known for its rich oral traditions, passes down history through ancient songs and intricate embroidery, as they lack a written language.

Their unique fashion choices prominently feature silver accessories, with a general preference for larger and heavier pieces.

Notably, some silver horn hats can extend up to a height of 60 centimeters.

In ethnic Miao culture, every unmarried woman receives a hand-sewn outfit as part of her dowry, a tradition that sees female elders begin preparations at birth, symbolizing love and heritage.

Liu Rui, an official with the Kaili municipal government in southwest China's Guizhou Province, shared insights on the clothing's symbolism.

"What you are wearing today applies the double-needle technique. We can see it sewed many patterns. This one is a crab. Why crab? Because in the legend of the Miao ethnic group, the crab symbolizes altruism and fertility," said Liu Rui, an official of the Public Relations Department of the Kaili municipal government.

"This is a dragon, but it's different from dragon in the Han ethnic culture, Miao culture have centipede dragon and silkworm dragon. And male costumes are usually simple with single color tone," Liu added.

As part of a cultural tour, visitors can participate in a nonprofit fashion show held every weekend, showcasing the vibrant Miao and Dong ethnic attire. The event serves as a platform for the community to express their heritage and creativity through fashion.

The ethnic Miao people predominantly inhabit the mountainous regions of southern China, including provinces of Guizhou, Yunnan and Sichuan, as well as Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region.  

Miao ethnicity preserves history through embroidery