Israeli Air Strikes Target Humanitarian Aid in Homs, Syria
On October 6, 2024, an Israeli air strike targeted three trucks carrying medical and relief supplies in Homs, Syria, according to reports from the Syrian Arab News Agency and the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. The trucks, which were reportedly en route from Iraq to assist Lebanese refugees affected by recent Israeli attacks, were struck in the Hasbaa industrial area, leading to injuries among relief team members and significant material damage.
The director of the industrial city in Homs confirmed that the explosion was a result of the Israeli attack, emphasizing that no factories were hit. This incident highlights the increasing tension along the Syria-Lebanon border, where Israel has intensified its military operations in recent weeks, particularly against targets linked to Hezbollah and Iranian interests.
Israeli forces have ramped up air strikes in both Syria and Lebanon, with the latest attack in the Masnaa area cutting off a crucial international road between the two countries. Israel's actions come amid accusations that Hezbollah is using this crossing to transport weapons. The Israeli military has stated its commitment to countering what it views as Iranian military entrenchment in Syria and preventing the transfer of military resources to Hezbollah in Lebanon.
This surge in military activity follows a series of incidents, including a recent strike in Damascus that resulted in the death of Hassan Jaafar Qasir, a notable figure linked to Hezbollah. Since the onset of the Syrian conflict in 2011, Israel has conducted numerous air strikes against Iranian and Hezbollah positions, aiming to disrupt their operations and influence in the region.
