Israel intensifies bombing campaign in Syria targeting air bases and weapons facilities

Israel has intensified its bombing campaign in Syria, targeting air bases and suspected chemical weapons facilities. This follows the recent collapse of Bashar al-Assad's government, which has shifted the power dynamics in the region. Israeli officials state the strikes aim to disarm extremist groups that may threaten Israel's security. Defense Minister Israel Katz confirmed the military's focus on destroying strategic weapons, including missiles and chemical weapons. The United Nations criticized the campaign as a violation of a 1974 agreement between Israel and Syria. The situation remains complex, with various armed groups, including the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, now influential in Syria.