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Israel Strikes Near Russian Hmeimim Airbase in Syria After Iranian Plane Arrival

Oct 3, 2024, 06:44 AM

According to local reports, Israeli forces conducted airstrikes lasting over 50 minutes in Syria's coastal region of Latakia, targeting weapons depots near the Russian-operated Hmeimim Airbase in Jableh. The strikes, reportedly involving Israeli drones and naval forces, followed the arrival of an Iranian plane allegedly delivering weapons for Hezbollah. Syrian media and the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported that Syrian and Russian air defenses attempted to intercept the incoming missiles. Multiple explosions and fires were reported in the area. This incident marks the first time Israeli forces have struck near Russia's key military installation in Syria, indicating a potential escalation.