Middle East conflict live updates: Israel strikes Syria, killing dozens; Netanyahu says Rafah attack preparations underway
Israeli military strikes in Gaza and Syria, leading to high casualties and ongoing conflict.
- Bilawal Riaz
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A recent strike in Syria resulted in the deaths of numerous Syrian soldiers and members of Hezbollah. The attack was attributed to Israel by Syrian state news. In Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu emphasized the need for continued military pressure to secure the release of captive soldiers in Gaza. Meanwhile, Palestinian Authority’s new prime minister announced his cabinet members as part of efforts to reform the region. Israeli forces are conducting operations in Gaza, targeting hospitals and suspects affiliated with Hamas and Islamic Jihad. The conflict has led to a high number of casualties on both sides, with thousands killed and injured in Gaza and significant military losses in Israel.