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A US drone strike in northwest Syria a year ago mistakenly killed a civilian, a Pentagon review found.

The Pentagon on Thursday (May 2) acknowledged in an internal investigation, that the United States mistakenly killed a civilian in Syria in a 2023 drone strike, saying US forces had misidentified an intended al Qaeda target.&nbsp;

The combatant command said in a statement,&nbsp;the Syrian, Lufti Hasan Masto, was struck and killed instead&nbsp;of an intended senior al Qaeda leader, as&nbsp;first reported by The Washington Post.

The US&nbsp;forces misidentified the target but found that the strike was conducted in compliance with the law of armed conflict," the statement further said.

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A US drone strike in northwest Syria a year ago mistakenly killed a civilian, a Pentagon review found. The Pentagon on Thursday (May 2) acknowledged in an internal investigation, that the United States mistakenly killed a civilian in Syria in a 2023 drone strike, saying US forces had misidentified an intended al Qaeda target.

A US drone strike in northwest Syria a year ago mistakenly killed a civilian, a Pentagon review found. The Pentagon on Thursday (May 2) acknowledged in an internal investigation, that the United States mistakenly killed a civilian in Syria in a 2023 drone strike, saying US forces had misidentified an intended al Qaeda target. The combatant command said in a statement, the Syrian, Lufti Hasan Masto, was struck and killed instead of an intended senior al Qaeda leader, as first reported by The Washington Post. The US forces misidentified the target but found that the strike was conducted in compliance with the law of armed conflict," the statement further said. (More to follow)

US airstrike in Syria mistakenly killed civilian, not al Qaeda leader, Pentagon admits

#Gravitas | According to reports, five rockets were launched from Iraq's town of Zummar towards a U.S. military base in northeastern Syria on Sunday. This is the first attack against U.S. forces is since early February when Iranian-backed groups in Iraq stopped their attacks. The rocket fire came a day after Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani returned from a U.S. visit, after meeting President Joe Biden.

US Base in Syria Comes Under Rocket Attack From Iraq | First Attack Since February

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At least five rockets were launched from Iraq's town of Zummar towards the US military base in northeastern Syria. According to Iraqi Security Forces a major search operation has been launched.

Syria: Rockets fired at US military base from Iraqi town of Zummar, says reports

At least five rockets were fired at a military base of a US-led coalition in Syria from northern Iraq on Sunday (April 21), as per the Iraqi security forces.

After the launch of the rockets, a major search operation was carried out by the Iraqi forces in northern Nineveh province in response to the attack and they discovered the vehicle which was used for the launch of the rockets, said the Iraqi forces in a statement.

This was the first major attack carried out against the coalition forces after many weeks. The attack took place days after Israel reportedly responded to a drone strike by Iran on the Islamic republic, amid the ongoing Gaza war.

The Iraqi security forces, in their statement, accused "outlaw elements of having targetted a base of the international coalition with rockets in the heart of Syrian territory", at around 9:50 pm (1850 GMT).

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The vehicle, which was found involved in the attack, was burned down by the security forces, added the statement.&nbsp;

Director of the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights war monitor, Rami Abdel Rahman said that many rockets were fired "from Iraqi territory at the Kharab al-Jir base" in northeast Syria, where US forces were present.&nbsp;

He blamed the attack on the Islamic Resistance in Iraq, which is a loose alliance of Iran-backed groups.

The attack took place a day after Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani came back from the United States where he held talks with President Joe Biden at the White House.

<h2>Iraqi forces investigate launch of rockets&nbsp;</h2>

According to a senior army officer and two security officials, a rocket launcher was found placed on the back of a small truck which was parked in Zummar border town with Syria.

According to military officials, the truck caught fire after the unfired rockets exploded at the same time when warplanes were in the sky.

"We can't confirm that the truck was bombed by US&nbsp;warplanes unless we investigate it," a military official said.

Watch:&nbsp;Iraq military base explosion: US denies reports of alleged attack in Iraq

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The Iraqi Security Medica Cell, which is an official organisation responsible for the dissemination of security information, in a statement, said that Iraqi forces had launched "a wide-ranging search and inspection operation" which targeted the perpetrators close to the Syrian border and pledged to take action against them.

An army officer added that the officials seized the truck for further investigation and initial investigation showed that an air strike destroyed the truck.

"We are communicating with the coalition forces in Iraq to share information on this attack," said the officer.

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At least five rockets were fired at a military base of a US-led coalition in Syria from northern Iraq on Sunday (April 21), as per the Iraqi security forces. After the launch of the rockets, a major search operation was carried out by the Iraqi forces in northern Nineveh province in response to the attack and they discovered the vehicle which was used for the launch of the rockets, said the Iraqi forces in a statement.

At least five rockets were fired at a military base of a US-led coalition in Syria from northern Iraq on Sunday (April 21), as per the Iraqi security forces. After the launch of the rockets, a major search operation was carried out by the Iraqi forces in northern Nineveh province in response to the attack and they discovered the vehicle which was used for the launch of the rockets, said the Iraqi forces in a statement. This was the first major attack carried out against the coalition forces after many weeks. The attack took place days after Israel reportedly responded to a drone strike by Iran on the Islamic republic, amid the ongoing Gaza war. The Iraqi security forces, in their statement, accused "outlaw elements of having targetted a base of the international coalition with rockets in the heart of Syrian territory", at around 9:50 pm (1850 GMT). Also Read: No drones or planes in Iraqi airspace during military base blast, says Iraq The vehicle, which was found involved in the attack, was burned down by the security forces, added the statement. Director of the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights war monitor, Rami Abdel Rahman said that many rockets were fired "from Iraqi territory at the Kharab al-Jir base" in northeast Syria, where US forces were present. He blamed the attack on the Islamic Resistance in Iraq, which is a loose alliance of Iran-backed groups. The attack took place a day after Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani came back from the United States where he held talks with President Joe Biden at the White House. Iraqi forces investigate launch of rockets According to a senior army officer and two security officials, a rocket launcher was found placed on the back of a small truck which was parked in Zummar border town with Syria. According to military officials, the truck caught fire after the unfired rockets exploded at the same time when warplanes were in the sky. "We can't confirm that the truck was bombed by US warplanes unless we investigate it," a military official said. Watch: Iraq military base explosion: US denies reports of alleged attack in Iraq The Iraqi Security Medica Cell, which is an official organisation responsible for the dissemination of security information, in a statement, said that Iraqi forces had launched "a wide-ranging search and inspection operation" which targeted the perpetrators close to the Syrian border and pledged to take action against them. An army officer added that the officials seized the truck for further investigation and initial investigation showed that an air strike destroyed the truck. "We are communicating with the coalition forces in Iraq to share information on this attack," said the officer. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq and non-state actors like Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

Rockets launched at US-led coalition base in Syria from Iraq

At least five rockets were launched from Iraq's town of Zummar towards the US military base in northeastern Syria. According to Iraqi Security Forces a major search operation has been launched. Watch in for more details!

US military bases in Northeastern Syria attacked

Rockets were fired from Iraq at a military base in Syria housing a U.S-led coalition. It is the first major attack against the coalition forces in several weeks. Reportedly, armed factions in Iraq had decided to resume attacks against U.S. troops after a three-month pause.

US military base in Syria targeted by Iraqi rockets

Israel launched targeted strikes at Syria's army position in the South, said the Syrian government and monitor on Friday (Apr 19) following reports of Israeli attacks in Iran's Isfahan.

Syria's defence ministry released a statement saying, "The Israeli enemy carried out an attack using missiles... targeting our air defence sites in the southern region" and causing material damage.

The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights war monitor said that Israel hit the army radar position in the southern province of Daraa that had detected the entry of Israeli planes into Syria's airspace.

Head of the Britain-based Observatory, Rami Abdel Rahman said that the air offensive occurred at the time "when the Israeli air force was flying intensively over the Daraa region".

Syria's foreign ministry condemned "in the strongest terms" Friday's "Israeli aggression and the attacks before it on its territory".

Syria called on "the international community and the United Nations... to take all deterrence measures to stop" the Israeli attacks, the ministry said in a statement carried by state news agency SANA.

The latest strikes in Syria come amid reports of Israeli attacks in the Iranian city of Isfahan.

Iran, however, said that it had shot down several drones and that there had been "no missile attack for now".

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Several drones "have been successfully shot down by the country's air defence, there are no reports of a missile attack for now", Iran's space agency spokesman Hossein Dalirian said on X.

"Flights over Isfahan, Shiraz and Tehran cities have been suspended," state media reported. &nbsp;

<h2>US says ‘not involved in any offensive operation’</h2>

United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Friday (Apr 19) said that America was "not involved in any offensive operation" and declined to comment on reports of Israel launching a retaliatory offensive against Iran.

"I'm not going to speak to these reported events... All I can say is for our part and for all the members of the G7 our focus is on de-escalation," Blinken told a press conference on the Italian island of Capri.

"What we're focused on, what the G7 is focused on, and again, it's reflected in our statement, and in our conversation, is our work to de-escalate tensions, to de-escalate from any potential conflicts," he said.

(With inputs from agencies)

Israel launched targeted strikes at Syria's army position in the South, said the Syrian government and monitor on Friday (Apr 19) following reports of Israeli attacks in Iran's Isfahan.

Israel launched targeted strikes at Syria's army position in the South, said the Syrian government and monitor on Friday (Apr 19) following reports of Israeli attacks in Iran's Isfahan. Syria's defence ministry released a statement saying, "The Israeli enemy carried out an attack using missiles... targeting our air defence sites in the southern region" and causing material damage. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights war monitor said that Israel hit the army radar position in the southern province of Daraa that had detected the entry of Israeli planes into Syria's airspace. Head of the Britain-based Observatory, Rami Abdel Rahman said that the air offensive occurred at the time "when the Israeli air force was flying intensively over the Daraa region". Syria's foreign ministry condemned "in the strongest terms" Friday's "Israeli aggression and the attacks before it on its territory". Syria called on "the international community and the United Nations... to take all deterrence measures to stop" the Israeli attacks, the ministry said in a statement carried by state news agency SANA. The latest strikes in Syria come amid reports of Israeli attacks in the Iranian city of Isfahan. Iran, however, said that it had shot down several drones and that there had been "no missile attack for now". Also read: West Asia crisis: Iran ‘not planning’ retaliation against Israel after attack near Isfahan Several drones "have been successfully shot down by the country's air defence, there are no reports of a missile attack for now", Iran's space agency spokesman Hossein Dalirian said on X. "Flights over Isfahan, Shiraz and Tehran cities have been suspended," state media reported. US says ‘not involved in any offensive operation’ United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Friday (Apr 19) said that America was "not involved in any offensive operation" and declined to comment on reports of Israel launching a retaliatory offensive against Iran. "I'm not going to speak to these reported events... All I can say is for our part and for all the members of the G7 our focus is on de-escalation," Blinken told a press conference on the Italian island of Capri. "What we're focused on, what the G7 is focused on, and again, it's reflected in our statement, and in our conversation, is our work to de-escalate tensions, to de-escalate from any potential conflicts," he said. (With inputs from agencies)

Syria accuses Israel of launching attacks targeting army position

Iran is likely to launch a direct attack on Israel in the next 24 to 48 hours, as per a report.

According to a report published in The Wall Street Journal, the attack can happen within the next 24 to 48 hours.&nbsp;

As per the outlet, a person who was briefed by leaders of the Iranian regime emphasised that no final decision has been taken on the attack, however, it has been discussed.

“The strike plans are in front of the Supreme Leader and he is still weighing the political risk,” said an adviser to Iran’s Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

<h2>Iran to avoid 'major escalation' in retaliatory attack, Israel on 'high alert'</h2>

Meanwhile, Iran has hinted to the United States that it will respond to the attack on the Iranian consulate in Damascus in a way that no 'major escalation' takes place and that no hasty decisions will be taken, as reported by Reuters, citing Iranian sources.&nbsp;

This new stance of Iran comes into the limelight at a time when Tehran has been pressing for various demands, including&nbsp;a Gaza truce.&nbsp;

According to the report, Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian conveyed Iran's message to Washington while visiting the Gulf Arab state of Oman - a country which has generally played the role of an intermediary between Tehran and Washington.

As reported by Reuters, a US intelligence official said that Iran has “been very clear” that its retaliation to the attack on the embassy would be “controlled” and “non-escalatory” and planned “to use regional proxies to launch a number of attacks on Israel.”

On Wednesday (April 10), Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said that Israel "must be punished and it shall be".

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Meanwhile, a White House spokesperson confirmed that the US had clarified to Iran about its non-involvement in the strike on the embassy.

<h2>Netanyahu says Israel preparing for all scenarios, IDF on 'high alert'</h2>

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that the country, apart from the Gaza war, is also preparing for other scenarios. "Whoever harms us, we will harm them. We are prepared to meet all of the security needs of the State of Israel, both defensively and offensively," Netanyahu said.

Speaking at a press conference, IDF Spokesman Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari said, Israel is “on alert and highly prepared for various scenarios, and we are constantly assessing the situation."&nbsp;

Watch:&nbsp;Israel war: Hamas Says It Doesn't Have 40 Hostages for Ceasefire Deal with Israel

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“We are ready for attack and defence using a variety of capabilities that the IDF has, and also ready with our strategic partners,” he added, as he referred to the head of US Central Command (CENTCOM), Gen. Michael Kurilla&nbsp;who reached Israel on Thursday morning (April 11) to assess&nbsp;the ongoing security challenges in the region with IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi.

Various countries - including Britain, Germany and Russia - have appealed to nations in the Middle East to show restraint amid escalating tension.

Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving &nbsp;Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq and non-state actors like Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Iran is likely to launch a direct attack on Israel in the next 24 to 48 hours, as per a report. According to a report published in The Wall Street Journal, the attack can happen within the next 24 to 48 hours.

Iran is likely to launch a direct attack on Israel in the next 24 to 48 hours, as per a report. According to a report published in The Wall Street Journal, the attack can happen within the next 24 to 48 hours. As per the outlet, a person who was briefed by leaders of the Iranian regime emphasised that no final decision has been taken on the attack, however, it has been discussed. “The strike plans are in front of the Supreme Leader and he is still weighing the political risk,” said an adviser to Iran’s Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iran to avoid 'major escalation' in retaliatory attack, Israel on 'high alert' Meanwhile, Iran has hinted to the United States that it will respond to the attack on the Iranian consulate in Damascus in a way that no 'major escalation' takes place and that no hasty decisions will be taken, as reported by Reuters, citing Iranian sources. This new stance of Iran comes into the limelight at a time when Tehran has been pressing for various demands, including a Gaza truce. According to the report, Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian conveyed Iran's message to Washington while visiting the Gulf Arab state of Oman - a country which has generally played the role of an intermediary between Tehran and Washington. As reported by Reuters, a US intelligence official said that Iran has “been very clear” that its retaliation to the attack on the embassy would be “controlled” and “non-escalatory” and planned “to use regional proxies to launch a number of attacks on Israel.” On Wednesday (April 10), Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said that Israel "must be punished and it shall be". Also Read: US warns of major Iranian strikes on Israel, raises concerns of war escalating Meanwhile, a White House spokesperson confirmed that the US had clarified to Iran about its non-involvement in the strike on the embassy. Netanyahu says Israel preparing for all scenarios, IDF on 'high alert' Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that the country, apart from the Gaza war, is also preparing for other scenarios. "Whoever harms us, we will harm them. We are prepared to meet all of the security needs of the State of Israel, both defensively and offensively," Netanyahu said. Speaking at a press conference, IDF Spokesman Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari said, Israel is “on alert and highly prepared for various scenarios, and we are constantly assessing the situation." Watch: Israel war: Hamas Says It Doesn't Have 40 Hostages for Ceasefire Deal with Israel “We are ready for attack and defence using a variety of capabilities that the IDF has, and also ready with our strategic partners,” he added, as he referred to the head of US Central Command (CENTCOM), Gen. Michael Kurilla who reached Israel on Thursday morning (April 11) to assess the ongoing security challenges in the region with IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi. Various countries - including Britain, Germany and Russia - have appealed to nations in the Middle East to show restraint amid escalating tension. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq and non-state actors like Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

Iran to avoid 'major escalation' in retaliatory attack, Israel on 'high alert'

At least seven children were reported killed after a roadside bomb exploded in southwestern Syria. The explosion took place in an area where dozens of such incidents have already claimed about 100 lives in 2024, Syria's state media and a war monitor said. Daraa city is known as the cradle of popular uprising against&nbsp;Bashar al-Assad government. In 2011 a protest in the city had snowballed into an all-out Civil War.&nbsp;

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The explosion took place about 100 km from Damascus&nbsp;in Daraa, which lies between Jordan and Israel-controlled Golan heights. The Syrian government forces and their allies captured the city and province of Daraa from opposition forces in 2018.&nbsp;

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There are conflicting accounts about the group behind the explosion. While Syria's state media blamed local militant groups for the attack, the UK-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights accused a pro-government militia for allegedly planting the bomb in an assassination attempt. The war monitor said that at least eights children were killed in the explosion.

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The observatory said the bombing is the 83rd security incident in Daraa&nbsp;documented in 2024 so far.

<h2>What is the situation in Syria right now?</h2>

The war in Syria is&nbsp;now in its 14th year. The near semblance of fragile stability in Syria is credited to a reconciliation agreement mediated by Moscow with rebel groups. But an armed insurgency continues.&nbsp;

The war has led to over 500,000 deaths and displaced an estimated 13 million people.&nbsp;The conflict has caused mass displacement, with over half of the country's population affected.&nbsp;

As of 2024, an estimated 16.7 million people require emergency aid.

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At least seven children were reported killed after a roadside bomb exploded in southwestern Syria. The explosion took place in an area where dozens of such incidents have already claimed about 100 lives in 2024, Syria's state media and a war monitor said.

At least seven children were reported killed after a roadside bomb exploded in southwestern Syria. The explosion took place in an area where dozens of such incidents have already claimed about 100 lives in 2024, Syria's state media and a war monitor said. Daraa city is known as the cradle of popular uprising against Bashar al-Assad government. In 2011 a protest in the city had snowballed into an all-out Civil War. Courtesy: Google Earth The explosion took place about 100 km from Damascus in Daraa, which lies between Jordan and Israel-controlled Golan heights. The Syrian government forces and their allies captured the city and province of Daraa from opposition forces in 2018. Also read | Islamic State jihadists 'execute' eight Syrian soldiers after desert ambush There are conflicting accounts about the group behind the explosion. While Syria's state media blamed local militant groups for the attack, the UK-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights accused a pro-government militia for allegedly planting the bomb in an assassination attempt. The war monitor said that at least eights children were killed in the explosion. Also watch | Syrian feel the economic pinch this Ramadan × The observatory said the bombing is the 83rd security incident in Daraa documented in 2024 so far. What is the situation in Syria right now? The war in Syria is now in its 14th year. The near semblance of fragile stability in Syria is credited to a reconciliation agreement mediated by Moscow with rebel groups. But an armed insurgency continues. The war has led to over 500,000 deaths and displaced an estimated 13 million people. The conflict has caused mass displacement, with over half of the country's population affected. As of 2024, an estimated 16.7 million people require emergency aid. (With inputs from agencies)

Syria: At least seven children killed in roadside explosion in Daraa city, says war monitor

Hours after Iran-backed&nbsp;Lebanon-based group Hezbollah said that it downed an Israeli drone over Lebanon, Israel launched air strikes on the Bekaa Valley in eastern Lebanon early on Sunday (April 4), Reuters reported citing two Lebanese security sources.&nbsp;

<h2>Israel targets Hezbollah training camp</h2>

The Reuters&nbsp;sources said that the Israeli attack targeted a Hezbollah training camp in Janta village, near the border with Syria.

The sources did not claim any casualties but said that one of the strikes was targeted at the town of Safri, near the eastern city of Baalbek.&nbsp;

Hezbollah has been firing upon Israeli positions across Lebanon's southern border since October 8, a day after Palestinian militant group Hamas launched an unprecedented attack on southern Israel that pushed the region into deep turmoil.&nbsp;

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The Iran-backed group claimed responsibility for downing an Israeli drone earlier on Saturday.

"The drone belonging to the Israeli army, which was shot down by the Islamic resistance fighters over Lebanese territory on the evening of Saturday, April 6, 2024, is of type Hermes 900," Hezbollah said in a statement.

The Israeli army's Arabic spokesperson, Avichay Adraee, said the drone crashed in Lebanese territory after being hit by a surface-to-air missile.

The incident is under investigation, he added in a post on social media platform X.

The Jerusalem Post reported that the Israel Defense Forces' fighter jets struck Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon on Saturday (April 6). Meanwhile, Tehran continued to threaten revenge in response to the Israeli strike on the Iranian consulate in Syria.

Also watch |&nbsp;Iranian rally pays tribute to commanders killed in embassy strike

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Iran on Friday (April 5) reiterated its pledge to punish Israel, at a funeral for seven officers killed in the airstrike in Damascus.

Iranian state television showed demonstrators carrying pictures of those killed and banners with slogans such as "Death to Israel" and "Death to America."

(With inputs from agencies)

Hours after Iran-backed Lebanon-based group Hezbollah said that it downed an Israeli drone over Lebanon, Israel launched air strikes on the Bekaa Valley in eastern Lebanon early on Sunday (April 4), Reuters reported citing two Lebanese security sources.

Hours after Iran-backed Lebanon-based group Hezbollah said that it downed an Israeli drone over Lebanon, Israel launched air strikes on the Bekaa Valley in eastern Lebanon early on Sunday (April 4), Reuters reported citing two Lebanese security sources. Israel targets Hezbollah training camp The Reuters sources said that the Israeli attack targeted a Hezbollah training camp in Janta village, near the border with Syria. The sources did not claim any casualties but said that one of the strikes was targeted at the town of Safri, near the eastern city of Baalbek. Hezbollah has been firing upon Israeli positions across Lebanon's southern border since October 8, a day after Palestinian militant group Hamas launched an unprecedented attack on southern Israel that pushed the region into deep turmoil. Also read | US on high alert over Iran attack threat in retaliation to Israeli strike on consulate in Syria The Iran-backed group claimed responsibility for downing an Israeli drone earlier on Saturday. "The drone belonging to the Israeli army, which was shot down by the Islamic resistance fighters over Lebanese territory on the evening of Saturday, April 6, 2024, is of type Hermes 900," Hezbollah said in a statement. The Israeli army's Arabic spokesperson, Avichay Adraee, said the drone crashed in Lebanese territory after being hit by a surface-to-air missile. The incident is under investigation, he added in a post on social media platform X. The Jerusalem Post reported that the Israel Defense Forces' fighter jets struck Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon on Saturday (April 6). Meanwhile, Tehran continued to threaten revenge in response to the Israeli strike on the Iranian consulate in Syria. Also watch | Iranian rally pays tribute to commanders killed in embassy strike × Iran on Friday (April 5) reiterated its pledge to punish Israel, at a funeral for seven officers killed in the airstrike in Damascus. Iranian state television showed demonstrators carrying pictures of those killed and banners with slogans such as "Death to Israel" and "Death to America." (With inputs from agencies)

Israel targets Hezbollah training camp in Lebanon near Syria border: Report

Israeli embassies around the world shut down on Friday as the Israeli military braced for a potential retaliatory attack by Iran. The move follows a strike in Syria, attributed to Israel, that killed senior officers from Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).

Israeli embassies around world closed over fear of Iranian attacks

Iran reiterated its pledge to punish Israel at a funeral for seven officers killed in a suspected Israeli airstrike on the Iranian embassy compound in Syria this week. State television showed demonstrators carrying pictures of those killed and banners with slogans such as 'Death to Israel' and 'Death to America'.

Iranian rally pays tribute to commanders killed in embassy strike

Iftar prayers are once again being heard from the grand Umayyad mosque in Aleppo. Aleppo was among the worst affected regions in the Syrian war. It is now rebuilding slowly, one symbolic step at a time.

First Iftar call at Aleppo's historic Umayyad mosque since Syrian war

In Syria, it's not the war that directly is impacting Ramadan celebration instead it's the pinching economic crisis that is keeping people from truly enjoying themselves on Islam's holiest month. Watch in for more details!

Syria: Many families forced to scale down Ramadan festivities, prices of essentials go up

Iran has sworn revenge on Israel after blaming it for a deadly air strike on its Embassy in Syria on Monday following which Iran supreme leader Ali Khamenei has now warned Israel. Watch in for more details!

Iran vows to punish Israel for strike on Embassy in Syria

Amid concerns of escalating violence following the killing of Iranian generals in Damascus, the Israeli military halted leave for all combat units. This decision, based on situational assessment, aims to ensure readiness as tensions rise.

Israel boosts defences after Iran revenge threat

Syrian feel the economic pinch this Ramadan

Iran, Syria strongly condemn Israel attack

Tensions are soaring in West Asia. An airstrike kills top Iranian officials in Damascus. The attack on Iran's embassy in Syria sparks fears. There is a risk of a spillover in the region. Is US involved in attack on Iran's embassy in Damascus? Watch this video to find out.

Is US involved in attack on Iran's embassy in Damascus? Iran says 'US must answer'

Iran's consulate in the Syrian capital Damascus was flattened on Monday in what Syrian and Iranian media described as an Israeli air strike. The strike killed a top Revolutionary Guards commander and several diplomats.

Iranian consulate in Syria destroyed by suspected Israeli airstrike

Iran and its Lebanon-based proxy Hezbollah have promised 'punishment' after a strike on its embassy in Syria, attributed to Israel, killed IRGC generals today. This is the most dangerous escalation in the region so far. How will Tehran respond to this? Will it use non-state actors, like Hezbollah, to exact revenge on Israel? Tune in to Gravitas at 9 PM IST.

Gravitas | 'Israel Will Be Punished', Iran and Hezbollah Promise Retaliation After Syria Strike

Iran vowed to take revenge on Israel. As Israel airstrikes the Iranian embassy compound in Damascus. The airstrike killed two of its top generals and five other military advisers.

Iran vows revenge on Israel after attack on embassy in Damascus

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