Israeli Airstrike Kills Hezbollah Envoy in Damascus

The Israeli military confirmed the killing of Salman Nemer Jamaa, Hezbollah's liaison to the Syrian army, in an airstrike in Damascus, despite an ongoing ceasefire with Hezbollah. The airstrike, described as intelligence-based, targeted a vehicle on the road to Damascus International Airport, resulting in at least one fatality according to various reports. Jamaa played a critical role in coordinating weapons transfers between Hezbollah and the Syrian military, serving in multiple senior positions within Hezbollah. This incident raises questions about the stability of the ceasefire established on November 27, as both Israel and Hezbollah have accused each other of violations. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) emphasized that they will continue to act against threats from Iran-backed groups in Syria. This airstrike marks a continuation of Israel's strategy to counter Iranian influence in the region, as demonstrated by previous operations against Hezbollah and Syrian military capabilities.