In an overnight Israeli strike near Aleppo in Syria, at least 12 pro-regime fighters were killed. The Israeli air strike targeted a factory in the town of Hayyan, setting off strong explosions. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported the deaths of Syrian and foreign fighters aligned with Iran. The Syrian Ministry of Defence confirmed the attack, stating that the Israeli enemy launched an air strike causing casualties and material damage.
Hayyan is controlled by pro-Iranian groups, and Israel has carried out numerous strikes in Syria since the civil war began. The ongoing conflict has caused significant casualties and displacement of millions. The strikes have intensified since the start of Israel’s war with Hamas in Gaza, as Israel aims to prevent Iran’s expansion in the region.
Despite rarely commenting on individual strikes, Israel has consistently opposed Iran’s presence in Syria. The conflict highlights the complex dynamics and ongoing tensions in the region, with various groups and foreign actors involved in the complex and devastating Syrian war.