Iran Vows Retaliation After Airstrike Destroys Consulate in Damascus
In a recent development that has sparked tensions in the region, an airstrike in Damascus destroyed the Iranian Consulate, resulting in the death of 12 people, including two Iranian generals and a member of Hezbollah. Iran has vowed to respond to the attack, holding the U.S. and Israel responsible.
Hezbollah, a Lebanese militant group, has pledged “punishment and revenge” on Israel in response to the strike. The U.S. has denied involvement in the attack and has urged all parties to de-escalate the situation.
Iran’s Supreme National Security Council has convened to decide on a response to the airstrike. The U.N. Security Council has expressed concern over the potential spillover of the conflict.
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has condemned Israel for the attack and expressed condolences to Iran. Israel has remained silent on the incident.
Tensions have further escalated as U.S. forces detected and destroyed an attack drone in Syria. Iran’s proxies in the region continue to carry out attacks, risking a full-fledged war.
Meanwhile, Gulf monarchies and the Arab League have condemned the airstrike. The situation remains volatile as the possibility of further retaliation looms large.
The incident has highlighted the fragile state of affairs in the region, with multiple parties involved and tensions running high. Efforts to calm the situation and prevent further escalation are paramount in order to avoid a full-blown conflict.
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