Israel’s deadly incursion in Syria a ’war crime’ after 13 killed, Syrian FM says

Deadly Night: Israeli Raid Sparks Controversy and Grief in Syria

In a Syrian village nestled in the shadows of dawn, an Israeli military operation erupted into the deadliest foreign assault on Syria since former dictator Bashar al-Assad's fall. The raid, which claimed thirteen lives, has been condemned by Syria as a "war crime," deepening tensions in the war-torn region.

The Breaking Point

At the heart of this deadly event was Beit Jinn, where Israeli forces infiltrated to capture militants from Jama’a Islamiya, suspected of plotting attacks on Israel. As gunfire echoed through the village, chaos ensued, leaving a trail of destruction and despair.

Beneath the Surface

Israeli troops claimed "face-to-face" combat as clashes escalated, resulting in injuries to six soldiers and the capture of the targeted militants. However, the operation's collateral damage—women, children, and five members of one Syrian family killed—painted a devastating picture, as the Syrian Foreign Ministry accused Israel of indiscriminate bombardment.

The Ripple Effect

Friday’s attack reverberated across a nation still reeling from years of conflict, sparking mass displacements and raising international tensions. This incident complicates Syria's aspirations for peace and stability under President Al-Sharaa, as both nations remain locked in delicate discussions to curb further violence.