Israeli Air Force strikes military facilities in southern Syria

On the night of March 11 to 12, Israeli Air Force fighter jets attacked targets in southern Syria.

Among the attacked targets are radars and detection means used to create an aerial reconnaissance picture, as well as military headquarters and facilities with weapons and military equipment of the Syrian army, Caliber.Az reports, citing a statement by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) press service.

Let's recall that in December 2024, following the overthrow of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, Israel initiated a series of military operations in Syria. The IDF conducted extensive airstrikes targeting military storage facilities near Damascus and other strategic sites across southern Syria. These strikes aimed to prevent advanced weaponry, including chemical agents and sophisticated missile systems, from falling into the hands of extremist groups such as Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS).

Concurrently, the IDF established a buffer zone in the Golan Heights region, deploying forces to prevent HTS and other militant organizations from gaining a foothold near Israel's borders. Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett emphasized that these actions were defensive, focusing on neutralizing potential threats rather than pursuing territorial expansion.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu further clarified Israel's stance, stating that the IDF would not allow HTS forces or the new Syrian army to enter southern Syria. He called for the full demilitarization of regions such as Quneitra, Daraa, and Sweida to ensure Israeli security.

Throughout these operations, the IDF reported locating, confiscating, and dismantling numerous weapons within Syria, underscoring its commitment to preemptively addressing security threats.

By Khagan Isayev