Two Iranian soldiers were reportedly killed in a series of Israeli airstrikes conducted overnight, according to regional sources.
The strikes targeted several sites in Syria believed to be associated with Iranian military personnel, escalating an already tense situation in the region.
Local media in Syria reported multiple explosions, indicating a significant assault on key locations.
The Israeli government has not yet made a public statement regarding the airstrikes.
However, Israel has frequently carried out air operations in Syria, often focusing on targets it claims are connected to Iran’s military infrastructure.
Israel views Iran’s growing presence in Syria as a direct threat to its national security and has intensified its military actions against what it calls “Iranian entrenchment” in the area.
The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, a monitoring group based in the UK, reported that the attacks resulted in casualties, though exact figures remain unconfirmed.
Syrian state media also covered the incident, confirming damage to multiple facilities believed to be of strategic importance to Iranian and allied forces in Syria.
Casualties reportedly include both Syrian personnel and foreign soldiers, with two Iranian fatalities among them.
In recent years, Israel has increasingly targeted Iranian-linked sites across Syria as Tehran’s influence has grown in the country.
This shift has fueled broader regional concerns as neighbouring countries closely watch the escalation between Israel and Iran’s military presence in Syria.
Tehran, which denies any military ambitions in Syria beyond counter-terrorism, has not responded to this recent incident.
Meanwhile, analysts warn that such attacks risk triggering broader confrontations, potentially drawing in more players across the region. They suggest that Israel’s ongoing operations indicate a continued resolve to prevent Iran from establishing a permanent foothold near its borders.
However, these actions also heighten tensions with both Syrian forces and Iran, who view the strikes as acts of aggression.
As the situation develops, there are growing calls from international bodies for de-escalation and restraint.
Observers are concerned about the potential impact on civilians in the area, who may face increased risk due to the ongoing military operations.
