Israel launched widespread airstrikes on Syria, targeting military sites and prompting condemnation from the UN and European nations. Despite a Syrian rebel leader’s call for peace, Israel maintains its actions are for self-defense. The strikes raise concerns of regional escalation, and the US is engaging with Syrian rebel groups to navigate the complex post-conflict landscape.
Israel carried out a large-scale military operation in Syria, involving hundreds of airstrikes and a reported ground incursion into a buffer zone. The operation targeted Syrian military assets, sparking regional condemnation and raising international concerns.
Israel launched over 100 airstrikes on Syrian military sites, targeting assets linked to the Assad regime. Israel defended the actions at the UN Security Council, claiming they were limited and temporary measures to protect its citizens, despite signaling continued operations. The strikes reportedly destroyed numerous aircraft, weapons systems, and research facilities.
Following the collapse of Assad’s regime in Syria, the US launched over 75 airstrikes targeting ISIS, aiming to prevent the terrorist group from exploiting the power vacuum. President Biden addressed the situation as a moment of both risk and opportunity, while President-elect Trump advocated for complete US disengagement.
Israel launched a series of airstrikes across Lebanon, targeting alleged Hezbollah centers in civilian areas. At least 29 people have been killed, and dozens more injured, in Beirut and other regions, prompting international concern and outrage.
Israeli airstrikes on Thursday struck the Mazzeh district of Damascus, Syria, killing four people. The strikes targeted residential buildings and a diplomatic zone housing embassies, security headquarters, and UN offices. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported that another Israeli strike hit the town of Qudsaya west of Damascus.
Israeli airstrikes in Gaza on Saturday resulted in the deaths of at least 13 people, including women and children. These attacks come as Israel allowed the first delivery of aid to northern Gaza in weeks. The strikes have raised concerns about the safety of civilians caught in the conflict, highlighting the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the region.
Iran’s top advisor, Ali Larijani, has cautioned against a rash response to Israeli airstrikes, urging a strategic and calculated approach. He highlighted Israel’s aim to draw Iran into a direct conflict, emphasizing the need for a rational response to avoid falling into their trap. Larijani’s statement comes amidst escalating tensions between Iran and Israel, following a series of retaliatory strikes in October.
Israel launched airstrikes on Hezbollah’s stronghold in southern Beirut, escalating the ongoing conflict. The strikes followed Hezbollah’s claims of attacks on Israeli targets, including a missile strike near Ben Gurion Airport. The situation unfolded amidst the US presidential election, with some hoping for a reprieve, but Hezbollah’s leader warned of continued fighting. The conflict, which began in late September, has expanded from the Gaza conflict with Hamas to include Israel’s northern border.
Israeli airstrikes in northeastern Lebanon have resulted in the deaths of at least 52 people and injured 72, escalating the ongoing conflict with Hezbollah. These strikes come amidst Israel’s protracted war with Hamas in Gaza, leading to a two-front conflict with devastating humanitarian consequences. Despite international calls for a ceasefire, Israel has intensified its strikes, raising concerns about the safety of civilians in both Lebanon and Gaza.
