Syrian Authorities Claim Substantial Damage from Israeli Strikes in Deraa; Israel Admits Shelling Syrian Targets Following Missile Firings
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The Syrian province of Deraa is facing a significant blow after Israel's military launched an attack following two projectiles that, allegedly, crossed the border from Syria. The Israeli military claimed these projectiles fell in the Israel-occupied Golan Heights, but the Syrian Foreign Ministry questions the veracity of these reports.
Israeli Defense Minister, Israel Katz, swiftly pinned the blame on Syrian President, Ahmed al-Sharaa, stating that any threats or fire directed towards Israel are the Syrian leader's responsibility. However, Syria's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has refuted these claims, deeming them unverified.
The artillery fire from Israel struck the Wadi Yarmouk area, causing significant human and material losses according to the Syrian Foreign Ministry. The increase in tensions has been evident in recent weeks, with reported Israeli military incursions into nearby villages and farmers being barred from sowing their crops.
Despite the ongoing conflict, Israel and Syria have been engaging in indirect talks aiming to ease tensions—a rare development since the Middle East conflict's inception decades ago. It's still unclear who launched the projectiles, with potential parties seeking to destabilize the region for their benefit.
Interestingly, a little-known group named the Muhammad Deif Brigades claimed responsibility for the projectiles in several Arab and Palestinian media outlets. However, their statement could not be independently verified. It's important to note that this group's name appears to be a reference to Hamas's military leader who was killed in an Israeli strike in 2024.
On a different front, the Israeli military also reported intercepting a missile originating from Yemen, while Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis claimed responsibility for targeting Israel's Jaffa with a ballistic missile.
Between the ongoing escalations in Syria and the alleged missile attack from Yemen, the Middle East continues to grapple with instability and tension. Stay tuned for updates on this complex and dynamic region. Sign up for Al Jazeera to stay informed on the latest developments.
Breaking news: The latest war-and-conflicts update reports a significant escalation in the Middle East, as Israel's military attack on Syria's Deraa province follows allegations of projectiles crossing the border. This incident has sparked a broader conflict, with politics at the forefront. The Syrian Foreign Ministry questions the veracity of Israeli claims, while Israel's Defense Minister, Israel Katz, has pinned the blame on Syrian President, Ahmed al-Sharaa. The overview of the conflict serves as an explainer for those seeking a deeper understanding of the current situation, highlighting the complexity and politics involved in war-and-conflicts in the region.
