Title: Covert Airstrikes in Eastern Syria Target Iran-Backed Militants: Hezbollah Members Among Six Killed
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The Boukamal region, located in eastern Syria near the border crossing with Iraq, witnessed a series of covert airstrikes that resulted in the deaths of six Iran-backed militants. The strikes targeted militant posts as well as a weapons warehouse, according to reliable sources.
Among the casualties, four were identified as members of the Lebanese Hezbollah group, known for their ties to Iran. The remaining two militants killed were Syrian nationals. These strikes occurred shortly after the Islamic Resistance, a coalition of Iran-backed Iraqi militants, claimed responsibility for an attack on a US military base in northern Iraq.
While the United States swiftly denied involvement in the airstrikes, it is notable that the US military has previously conducted strikes on positions held by Iran-backed militias. The Boukamal region, recaptured from ISIS in 2019, has remained a strategic area for these militant groups.
In a separate incident, reports emerged of Israeli airstrikes in the southern Aleppo region of Syria. Thankfully, no casualties were reported, but damage to the targeted areas was observed. Israel has authorized numerous strikes on targets within government-controlled regions of Syria over the past few years. The primary objective of these attacks is to target Iran-backed groups that have been providing support to President Bashar Assad’s administration.
It is important to note that the airstrikes carried out by various actors in Syria highlight the ongoing tensions and power play in the region. The activities of Iran and its proxies, as well as the response from the United States and Israel, are integral to understanding the evolving dynamics of the conflict.
As the situation continues to unfold, it is essential to closely monitor developments in Syria and its impact on the wider regional dynamics. Poh Diaries will remain dedicated to providing timely updates and analysis on these events.
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