Israeli fighter jets executed airstrikes in Damascus, targeting the purported residence of Palestinian Islamic Jihad leader Ziad al-Nakhaleh. An Islamic Jihad member confirmed the targeted apartment was vacant, stating that Nakhaleh was not in Syria and no casualties resulted from the strikes. This reflects ongoing regional tensions and military actions.
On March 13, 2025, reports emerged detailing airstrikes conducted by Israeli fighter jets in southern Syria, particularly in the vicinity of the capital, Damascus. According to Associated Press reports, these strikes aimed at the outskirts of Damascus, specifically targeting the alleged residence of Ziad al-Nakhaleh, the leader of Palestinian Islamic Jihad.
An Islamic Jihad member, Ismail Sindak, stated that the targeted apartment had remained vacant for an extended period, asserting that Nakhaleh was not present in Syria at the time of the attack. When inquired about possible casualties resulting from the airstrikes, Sindak affirmed, “the house was empty.”
This incident highlights ongoing tensions in the region involving Israeli military actions and their implications for Palestinian factions, amid a complex landscape of conflict and governance in Syria.
The recent airstrikes by Israeli jets in Damascus underscore the persistent volatility in the Middle East, particularly regarding Israeli and Palestinian relations. The unoccupied nature of the targeted residence, as confirmed by Islamic Jihad representatives, raises questions about the strategic objectives behind such military operations and their broader impact on regional stability.
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