01 May 2020 | 05:14 AM UTC
Syria: Suspected Israeli airstrikes in Quneitra and Daraa provinces April 30 – May 1
Suspected Israeli airstrikes reported in Quneitra and Daraa provinces April 30 – May 1; further attacks likely in the near term
Event
Multiple airstrikes were reported in the Quneitra and Daraa provinces overnight (local time) from Thursday, April 30, into Friday, May 1. According to Syrian state media, helicopters flying over the Golan Heights launched several missiles into Syria. While no country has immediately claimed responsibility for the strikes, the Syrian military has accused Israel of conducting the operations. No casualties or damages were immediately reported.
Further airstrikes targeting military positions and militant groups in Syria are likely over the near term.
Context
The Israeli military has struck more than 200 targets in Syria over the past two years, many of which have been arms depots and military facilities allegedly receiving arms and fighters from Iran and the Lebanese Hezbollah group.
Advice
Due to extremely poor security conditions, Western governments generally advise against all travel to Syria, with some banning travel to the country. Professional security advice and support should be sought prior to any travel to Syria.
