Why Israel launched its latest strike on Syria
Israel has conducted a new round of strikes on Syrian territory, prompting questions about its motives. The attack appears tied to Israeli concerns over Iranian military entrenchment and weapons transfers through Syria. This escalation adds to regional instability and carries risks of broader confrontation.
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