Israeli forces kill at least 13 people in raid on Syrian village, officials and residents say
Summary
Israeli forces conducted a raid in the Syrian village of Beit Jin, leading to the death of at least 13 people, according to Syrian officials. Israel reported the operation targeted suspects from a militant group intending to attack Israel, while local sources described the deceased as civilians. The incident is part of ongoing Israeli military operations in southern Syria.Key Facts
- Israeli forces raided the Syrian village of Beit Jin, reportedly killing at least 13 people.
- Syria’s Foreign Ministry described the event as a "horrific massacre," with women and children among the victims.
- Israel stated its operation aimed to capture suspects planning attacks, and involved air support against militants who fired on troops.
- Both civilians and militants are reported among the deceased, with conflicting accounts on who was killed.
- Since the fall of former Syrian President Bashar Assad, Israel has controlled a part of southern Syria, previously managed as a buffer zone.
- The operation in Beit Jin is one of several raids Israel has carried out in the region, part of attempting to prevent militant activities.
- Syrian officials have called for international action against what they see as Israel’s violations of their sovereignty.
- Israel has indicated the buffer zone control is temporary, amidst suspicion of Syria’s new government.
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