Skip to main content

Israel launches series of strikes on former army barracks in southwestern Damascus countryside, sources

1 min Mena Today

Israel launched on Wednesday a series of strikes on former army barracks in Kiswa, in the southwestern Damascus countryside, two Syrian army sources and state-run El Ekhbariya TV reported, making it the second attack within 24 hours.

The Kiswa region and Jabal Manea were among the most significant military outposts used by pro-Iranian militias during the Assad era © Mena Today 

The Kiswa region and Jabal Manea were among the most significant military outposts used by pro-Iranian militias during the Assad era © Mena Today 

Israel launched on Wednesday a series of strikes on former army barracks in Kiswa, in the southwestern Damascus countryside, two Syrian army sources and state-run El Ekhbariya TV reported, making it the second attack within 24 hours.

Asked for a response, an Israeli military spokesperson said: "We do not comment on foreign reports."

There was no immediate comment on any casualties and damage.

The Kiswa region and Jabal Manea were among the most significant military outposts used by pro-Iranian militias during the Assad era.

Israel has stepped up its incursions in southern Syria, and the latest strikes coincide with security talks between Damascus and its long-time foe aimed at reaching a deal to reduce tensions.

Reporting by Suleiman Al-Khalidi

Related

United Arab Emirates

Answering allies' Iran questions

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio begins a Middle East tour in earnest on Wednesday, seeking to reassure Gulf allies who view concessions in President Donald Trump’s Iran deal that include a proposed $300 billion fund as too generous to a regional foe.

Morocco

Moroccan officers touch down in Israel

Moroccan military personnel arrived in Israel on June 18 to join the headquarters of the International Stabilization Force (ISF) in southern Israel, Donald Trump's "Peace Council" announced Tuesday on X.

Lebanon

Israel and Lebanon explore border transfer proposal

Talks between Israel and Lebanon include discussion of a U.S.-backed proposal for Israeli forces to hand over some of the territory they have invaded during the war with Hezbollah to the Lebanese military, according to Israeli and Lebanese officials.

Subscribe to our newsletter

Mena banner 4

To make this website run properly and to improve your experience, we use cookies. For more detailed information, please check our Cookie Policy.

  • Necessary cookies enable core functionality. The website cannot function properly without these cookies, and can only be disabled by changing your browser preferences.