Israel confirmed it attacked Syria’s naval fleet on successive days, escalating tensions in the area. The strikes hit strategic military installations, among them Syria’s port in Latakia, causing massive damage to ships and port infrastructure, according to videos verified by BBC. Israel’s Defense Forces (IDF) seem to be upping their ante, neutralizing perceived threats against Syria.
The IDF said it has conducted more than 310 strikes since Sunday, as warplanes struck at various locations across Syria, including the capital, Damascus. Israel confirms the attack on Syria as part of its broader strategy to eliminate strategic military assets that could threaten its security. Israel’s Defense Minister, Israel Katz, described the operation as a resounding success, particularly the attack on Syria’s naval fleet.
According to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, the attacks also targeted military installations across Aleppo, Hama, and Damascus, including weapon warehouses, research centers, and airports. More than 60 of these attacks occurred overnight, with many of the facilities being destroyed. The strikes aimed to prevent weapons from falling into the hands of extremist groups during the post-Assad phase.
Israel attacks Syria’s naval fleet despite tight security
Israel confirms the attack on Syria’s naval fleet amidst heightened security concerns, and the IDF also admits troops operating beyond the demilitarized zone between Syria and Israel’s Golan Heights. The military stresses that its presence is a defensive measure to safeguard Israeli territory from potential attacks. The Israeli military’s actions in this region are considered a strategic move to secure borders and ensure national security.
In response to heightened military activity, Syria’s neighbor Turkey condemned Israel’s presence in the buffer zone, stating it has an “occupying mentality.” Turkey expresses concern over the timing of actions by Israel, especially given that Syria is seeking peace and stability after the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime.
This situation is indeed fluid, whereby aerial bombardments are anticipated to continue. Israel confirms attack on Syria: the changing regional dynamics with emerging new forces.
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