Israeli airstrikes hit military locations in Syria

In the early hours of Saturday, Israeli airstrikes targeted military facilities in central and southern Syria, as reported by the Syrian state news agency SANA.

Key details

• Syrian air defense forces intercepted missiles launched from the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights and Lebanon, managing to shoot down several of them.
• There were reports of explosions occurring near the capital, Damascus.

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The intensifying conflict

For years, Israel has conducted strikes against targets linked to Iran in Syria, and these operations have increased significantly since the Oct. 7 attack by Hamas on Israeli soil.

The Israeli military also announced that it was striking military sites in Iran, with Iranian media reporting several explosions.

Israeli airstrikes hit military locations in Syria

Why it matters?

This escalation underscores the persistent tensions in the region and highlights Israel's ongoing efforts to counter Iranian influence and military activities in Syria.

October 26, 2024 11:20 AM GMT+03:00