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Israel Launches Airstrikes on Syrian Port City of Tartus, Reports of IAF Activity

Sep 24, 2024, 06:48 PM

Reports indicate that Israel has launched airstrikes on the port city of Tartus in Syria. The strikes reportedly targeted military sites associated with Iranian militias and Hezbollah. Explosions were heard in the city, and Syrian air defenses are attempting to intercept the targets. The port city of Tartus is the second largest in Syria. Initial reports also mention IAF activity over the city, and Al-Mayadeen correspondents in Damascus reported the explosions.