Israel: Israel strikes Syria, says it foiled Iranian drone attack
In a rare confirmation, Israel said it struck in Syria Saturday to thwart a drone attack by the Iranian Revolutionary Guards’ elite Quds Force. The Israeli army said the foiled attack entailed launching several drones at targets in northern Israel.
The military has deployed air defenses in northern Israel in anticipation of possible retaliatory rocket fire. Authorities have not issued any special safety instructions for residents in northern Israel.
Earlier, Syrian state television reported explosions above Damascus and said air defenses had intercepted “hostile targets.”
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said following the military’s confirmation: “I repeat: Iran has no immunity anywhere [. . .] I have given the instruction to prepare for any scenario. We will continue to act against Iran and its proxies with determination and responsibility on behalf of Israel’s security.”