In the early hours of Tuesday morning, suspected Israeli airstrikes struck warehouses belonging to the Syrian regime in the countryside of Daraa province, southwest of the country. The strikes, reported by the UK-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR), targeted the town of Mahajjah, where weapons and ammunition belonging to pro-Iran militias were stored.

According to SOHR, the airstrikes resulted in the destruction of the weapons stockpiles, with no immediate reports of casualties. This latest attack follows a series of similar incidents, including one a week prior that targeted the consular section of the Iranian embassy in Damascus, claiming the lives of at least seven individuals, including two high-ranking generals of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).

In response to the attack on the embassy, Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian visited the consular building in Damascus, vowing that Israel would face consequences for its actions. Meanwhile, Israel has not officially commented on the incident, and the Pentagon has denied any involvement.

Israel's military actions in Syria have intensified in recent months, with at least 34 reported airstrikes since the beginning of the year, according to SOHR. These strikes have resulted in the deaths of at least 141 individuals and injuries to over 60 others. Israel, while rarely confirming its involvement in such operations, has repeatedly emphasized its stance against Iran's presence and influence in Syria, citing concerns over regional stability.

The escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, played out through proxy conflicts in Syria, underscore the ongoing geopolitical complexities in the region. As both sides navigate their strategic interests, the ramifications of these military engagements continue to reverberate across the Middle East.