Israeli regime's airstrikes on the town of Beit Jin in the Damascus countryside have resulted in the deaths of ten civilians and several others injured. The attack follows a violent clash between the Israeli regime's troops and local residents earlier in the day in which 6 Israeli forces were injured.

Why it matters:

The escalation in the Israeli regime's airstrikes marks a significant increase in tensions in southern Syria, particularly in the Damascus and Quneitra regions. This attack is part of a broader pattern of the Israeli regime's military actions that have targeted Syrian military positions, raising concerns about the growing risks for civilians and regional stability.

 

The big picture:

The Israeli regime has intensified its military operations in southern Syria, especially in the Damascus countryside and Quneitra, in recent days. These operations, often involving airstrikes and artillery bombardments, have resulted in civilian casualties and heightened resistance from local populations. The latest airstrike on Beit Jin follows a clash between Israeli forces and local residents, signaling a potential shift in the nature of the conflict with increasing direct confrontations between the Israeli military and Syrian civilians.

 

On the ground:

Local sources confirmed that the Israeli regime's forces engaged in a violent confrontation with residents of Beit Jin, leading to the wounding of six Israeli regime soldiers. Following this, the Israeli regime deployed airstrikes with fighter jets and drones against targets in the area, resulting in civilian deaths. Simultaneously, the Israeli regime's artillery fired three shells at the eastern Tel Ahmar region in Quneitra, marking a significant escalation in its military actions.

 

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M.Majdi - seyed mohammad kazemi