Israeli Air Strike Kills 36 Syrian Soldiers Near Aleppo

Defense News ,Israel :-  An Israeli air strike hit Syria's Aleppo province, resulting in the deaths of at least 36 Syrian soldiers, as reported by a war monitor. The attack targeted an area close to Hezbollah weapons depots, according to the UK-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. The strike occurred near Aleppo's international airport, causing casualties among both civilians and military personnel, according to Syrian state news agency SANA.

The Israeli military has refrained from commenting on the incident. This attack adds to Israel's history of air strikes in Syria, which intensified during the civil war that began in 2011. Israel aims to disrupt Hezbollah's supply routes to Lebanon through these strikes.

The escalation of air strikes coincided with Israel's conflict with Hamas in Gaza, which resulted in significant casualties on both sides. The spillover of violence has raised concerns about a broader regional conflict, particularly with Hezbollah, a key ally of Hamas, engaging in cross-border exchanges with Israel.

Hezbollah's involvement in Syria dates back to the outbreak of the civil war, where it supported President Bashar al-Assad's regime against rebel forces. Despite facing casualties in Syria and Lebanon, Hezbollah remains active in both countries, with its fighters also targeted in recent Israeli air strikes.

The conflict dynamics further intensified with an air strike in a Damascus suburb, targeting an area populated by pro-Iran armed groups, including Hezbollah. This incident underscores the ongoing tensions and violence plaguing the region.

In summary, the Israeli air strike near Aleppo reflects the complex geopolitical landscape of the Middle East, characterized by intertwined conflicts involving various regional actors, including Israel, Syria, Hezbollah, and Hamas.