Israeli Forces Raid Hezbollah-Linked Site Near Damascus

Israeli forces conducted a significant airborne and ground raid near Kisweh, outside the Syrian capital Damascus, targeting a former Syrian military base reportedly used by Iran-backed groups including Hezbollah. The operation followed multiple airstrikes on the site over consecutive days that killed several Syrian soldiers and involved the deployment of helicopters, fighter jets, and dozens of ground troops. Syrian state media reported the discovery of surveillance and eavesdropping devices prior to the strikes, suggesting the site was used for intelligence activities. This raid marks the deepest Israeli incursion into Syria since the ousting of Bashar al-Assad's regime in December, a period which has seen increased Israeli military activity and ongoing US-mediated talks between Israel and interim Syrian authorities to ease regional tensions. Israel has neither confirmed nor commented on the details of the raid, while Syria condemned the attacks as violations of international law. The incident underscores the continuing complex conflict dynamics involving Israel, Syria, Iran-backed militias, and Hezbollah in the region.