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Tag: Damascus (Syria)
Iran on Edge Amid Airstrikes, Crackdowns and Fear of War
Facing deep economic troubles and a restive population, the government seems to have adopted a policy of declaring victory over Israel and cracking down at home, analysts say.
Iran’s Strikes on Israel Open a Dangerous New Chapter for Old Rivals
Experts say Tehran does not want a broader war. But it is far from clear whether Iran or Israel will choose to escalate a conflict that has become more direct and out of the shadows.
Tensions Flare in West Bank After Israeli Teenager Is Found Dead
The killing, which Israel called a “terrorist attack,” prompted rioting by Israeli settlers that killed one Palestinian and raised fears of a broader escalation.
Iran’s Retaliation Likely to Be Limited, but Errors Could Lead to War, Experts Say
After Israel killed several top Iranian commanders, Iran wants to respond without provoking further escalation, military analysts say, but there is a dangerous risk of miscalculation.
U.S. Issues New Travel Restrictions Over Possible Iranian Strike
The State Department has barred its employees from traveling to large parts of Israel. Iran has repeatedly vowed to strike back over the deadly bombing this month of an Iranian Embassy complex in Syria.
Israeli Strikes in Damascus and Gaza Show Strengths and Limits of Accuracy
In an airstrike on Monday in Damascus, Israel’s military displayed pinpoint precision. Hours later in Gaza, that same military killed seven aid workers.
Israel bombed an Iranian Embassy complex. Is that allowed?
Israel can likely argue that its actions did not violate international law’s protections for diplomatic missions, experts say.
Fears Grow That Syria Strike Could Spur Retaliatory Attacks on Israel and U.S.
Current and former American officials say the airstrike on an Iranian embassy compound in Damascus was a serious blow to Tehran.
Syria Blames Israel for Deadly Airstrike on Damascus
Israel did not comment on the attack, though it has acknowledged hundreds of past strikes on Iran-linked targets in Syria.