Israeli Airstrike in Damascus Targets Hezbollah Leader
Israeli officials confirmed that a recent airstrike in the Mazzeh neighborhood of Damascus was aimed at a senior member of Hezbollah. The strike, which occurred near the Iranian embassy, involved the targeting of a residential building allegedly linked to arms smuggling operations. While the identity of the individual targeted remains unclear, the repercussions of the attack have been devastating for local civilians.
Civilian Casualties and International Condemnation
The Syrian Ministry of Defense reported that the Israeli air raid resulted in the deaths of seven civilians, including women and children, and injured at least eleven others. The attack, described as an act of aggression, saw missiles launched from the occupied Syrian Golan, hitting a densely populated area. In response, the Syrian Foreign Ministry condemned the attack, labeling it a brutal crime against defenseless civilians. The Iranian embassy in Beirut also reported that no Iranian nationals were among the casualties.
Ongoing Tensions and Repeated Strikes
This incident is part of a broader pattern of Israeli airstrikes in Syria, particularly targeting sites associated with Iranian forces and Hezbollah. The Mezzeh district, known for its military installations, has faced repeated attacks, raising concerns over the safety of civilians in the area. With the ongoing conflict, many fear that such strikes will continue to escalate tensions in the region.
