Israeli airstrikes in Damascus and Homs kill one soldier, injure seven, amid rising tensions.

On October 24, Israeli airstrikes targeted a residential building in Damascus and a military site near Homs, resulting in one soldier's death and seven injuries, according to Syria's defense ministry. The attacks caused material damage and occurred amid escalating tensions following increased Israeli military actions against Iranian-linked targets since the October 7 attack by Hamas. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in the region advocating for a ceasefire.

October 24, 2024
166 Articles