Israel Strikes Targets in Syria After Rockets Fired from Country
The Israeli army has confirmed that it carried out strikes in Syria after two rockets were fired from the country and fell into Israeli territory. The rockets were identified crossing from Syria and landed in an open area. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) responded by striking the sources of fire.
The exact location where the rockets fell has not been disclosed by the Israeli army. However, it is worth noting that Israel considers the annexed Golan Heights to be part of its northern region. This incident highlights the ongoing tensions between Israel and Syria.
In addition to the rocket incident, three airstrikes were carried out in eastern Syria near a strategic border crossing with Iraq. These airstrikes targeted Iran-backed militants and resulted in the death of six militants. Four of the militants were from Lebanon’s Hezbollah group, while the other two were Syrian. Two militants were also injured in the strikes.
The airstrikes in the Boukamal region came shortly after an attack on a US military base in the city of Irbil in northern Iraq. The attack was claimed by an umbrella group of Iran-backed Iraqi militants known as the Islamic Resistance. This group has been responsible for numerous attacks on US positions in Iraq and eastern Syria since the start of the Hamas-Israel war.
According to reports, the airstrikes in Boukamal targeted two militant posts and a recently stocked weapons warehouse. The warehouse was said to contain rocket launchers and munitions. The strikes also targeted a militants’ convoy that had arrived from Iraq to Syria, as well as a location where a militia affiliated with Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard was training.
The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, a Britain-backed opposition war monitor, reported that nine people were killed in the strikes. Three of the victims were Syrians, while the other six were of different nationalities. It is important to note that Washington has not yet commented on these strikes, although it has previously announced plans to target Iran-backed militia positions following the surge of attacks in recent months.
The Boukamal region, located in Deir Ezzor, Syria, along the Iraqi border, holds strategic importance for Iran-backed militants. It was reclaimed from the extremist group Daesh in 2019 and has since become a key area for these militants. The US coalition forces have previously conducted strikes targeting convoys in this region prior to the recent escalation of tensions.
The situation in Syria remains highly volatile, with ongoing clashes between various factions and external actors involved in the conflict. The recent rocket attacks and subsequent Israeli airstrikes further exacerbate the already tense situation in the region. The international community will be closely monitoring developments and assessing the potential impact on regional stability.
In conclusion, Israel’s response to the rockets fired from Syria highlights the country’s commitment to defending its territory. The airstrikes targeting Iran-backed militants in eastern Syria further demonstrate the complex dynamics and ongoing conflicts in the region. The situation in Syria remains a cause for concern, and it is crucial for all parties involved to find a peaceful resolution to prevent further escalation of violence.