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Israel's Airstrikes in Syria Target Missile Factory, Draw Criticism

1/7/2025

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The Israeli military has ramped up operations in Syria, launching airstrikes on an ammunition warehouse tied to President Bashar al-Assad. In a bold move, elite forces dismantled a long-range missile factory, revealing crucial details about Syria's chemical weapons. These aggressive actions are a direct response to threats from Iran and Hezbollah, drawing increasing international criticism of Israel's military involvement.

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The Israeli military has ramped up operations in Syria, launching airstrikes on an ammunition warehouse tied to President Bashar al-Assad. In a bold move, elite forces dismantled a long-range missile factory, revealing crucial details about Syria's chemical weapons. These aggressive actions are a direct response to threats from Iran and Hezbollah, drawing increasing international criticism of Israel's military involvement.