Middle East conflict live updates: Israeli strike kills senior Iranian commander in Syria, Iran says
Airstrike near Iranian Embassy in Damascus kills senior Iranian commander and diplomats, with Israel blamed by Iran for the attack.
- Bilawal Riaz
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An airstrike near the Iranian Embassy in Damascus killed a senior Iranian commander and diplomats, with Iran attributing the attack to Israel. The strike followed previous Israeli airstrikes in Syria, resulting in casualties. Israeli forces have withdrawn from al-Shifa Hospital after clashes, causing devastation. Protests against Israeli PM Netanyahu’s government are spreading, demanding fresh elections and the release of hostages. Cease-fire talks are set in Cairo this week. Israeli jets hit Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, escalating tensions. Casualty figures in Gaza continue to rise amid ongoing conflict.