Israel defends airstrikes in Syria as limited measures at UN Security Council

Israel defended its recent airstrikes in Syria during a meeting at the United Nations Security Council. The country described the strikes as "limited and temporary measures" aimed at protecting its citizens, especially in the Golan Heights. Israel has conducted over 100 airstrikes targeting military sites linked to the regime of former president Bashar al-Assad. These strikes reportedly hit various locations, including a scientific research center near Damascus and several Syrian army bases. Despite Israel's claims of limited intervention, officials indicated that military actions would continue. Defence Minister Israel Katz stated the military aims to destroy significant weapons throughout Syria, including various missile systems.