On Monday, Israel conducted a series of airstrikes on Syrian territory, targeting targets near the port city of Tartus and the Kardakh district, the hometown of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. Information about the incident was confirmed by both the Israeli army and the Syrian state media. This episode was a new reminder of the difficult geopolitical situation in the region, where the interests of various parties continue to overlap.
In an official statement, the Israeli army said that its troops had attacked a military facility in the Kardakhi area, where weapons belonging to the previous Syrian regime were stored. Kardakha is located about 60 kilometers (37 miles) north of the port of Tartus. According to Israel, this facility was linked to activities that pose a threat to its security.
Israel regularly conducts operations in Syria targeting military depots linked to Iran and its allies, such as the Lebanese Hezbollah group. These actions are explained by the need to prevent the transfer of advanced weapons to potential opponents of Israel.
The Syrian state news agency SANA reported on the air strikes carried out by the "Israeli occupation aircraft" in the vicinity of the city of Tartus. The statement notes that no human casualties have been recorded yet. However, work continues to identify the exact consequences, and civil defense groups, as well as specialized teams, are searching for and confirming the location of the targets that were attacked.
Tartus, a major Mediterranean port on the western coast of Syria, is of strategic importance to the country. One of the main naval bases of the Russian navy is located here, which makes the region particularly sensitive for international observers.
Israel's strikes on Syria are taking place against the backdrop of complex relationships between various players in the region. This creates additional tension, as any actions affecting this territory may have broader diplomatic and military consequences.
On the other hand, Israel views the presence of Iran and its allies in Syria as a serious threat to its security. Israel's regular airstrikes are aimed at preventing the strengthening of Iranian influence in the region, which causes constant dissatisfaction with both Damascus and Tehran.
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