Syria's Foreign Ministry Condemns Israeli Strikes on Military Airbase

Syria has strongly condemned the Israeli airstrikes on the Abu al-Duhur military airbase in northwestern Syria, describing the attack as an unjustified act of aggression and a violation of the country's sovereignty. Eight Israeli strikes reportedly hit the airbase early Tuesday, damaging its runway and storage facilities. Syrian state-run Ekhbariya, citing a military source, reported that the strikes targeted key areas of the facility. A separate military source and a civilian living near the airbase said there were no casualties.

Syria's Foreign Ministry issued a strong statement following the attack and called on the international community to take action against what it described as repeated Israeli violations of Syrian territory. Damascus urged the United Nations Security Council to adopt a firm position over the strikes, arguing that Israel's military operations undermine Syria's territorial integrity at a sensitive stage of the country's political and military transition.

The Syrian government has been working to rebuild its military institutions following the ousting of former President Bashar al-Assad in late 2024. The Abu al-Duhur facility, which has a long history linked to Syria's civil war, is reportedly being used as a training centre for the country's newly developing army. The latest strikes have therefore raised concerns in Damascus about the ability of the new administration to rebuild its military infrastructure without facing further Israeli attacks.

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The Syrian Foreign Ministry's reaction comes amid growing tensions over Israel's military activities inside Syria. Damascus has repeatedly accused Israel of exploiting Syria's political transition to expand its military presence and carry out attacks against Syrian targets. The latest operation has added to those concerns, particularly as Syria attempts to establish stronger state institutions and restore control over military facilities damaged or abandoned during years of conflict.

The strikes have also intensified wider regional concerns about Syria's future security arrangements. Turkey, a key supporter of Syria's new leadership, has previously accused Israel of destabilising the country and undermining its territorial integrity. Ankara has also been involved in supporting the rebuilding of Syria's military and state institutions. Any further Israeli operations against Syrian military facilities could therefore deepen disagreements between Israel, Syria and Turkey over the country's future security structure.

For Damascus, the Abu al-Duhur strikes are not only a military setback but also a challenge to its efforts to rebuild national institutions after years of war. While Israel has cited security concerns over Syria's emerging military capabilities, Syria maintains that such attacks violate its sovereignty and obstruct its efforts to restore stability. The Syrian government is now seeking international pressure against Israel, making the incident another potential flashpoint in the already fragile post-Assad Middle East.

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