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Conflict & Security · Middle EastIsrael strikes Syrian airfield, accuses Turkey of military buildup
Israel carried out an airstrike on a Syrian military airfield on 18 August 2026, claiming it targeted a site preparing to host Turkish troops. Turkey and Syria denied the claim. Israeli officials warned of escalating regional threats, while Syrian authorities called the strike unjustified and reiterated openness to mediated security talks.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastIsrael struck Syrian airbase after Mossad chief warned Damascus over Turkey
Israel bombed a Syrian airbase four days after its spy chief discussed Turkey’s military presence with Syria’s foreign minister. Netanyahu said the strike sent a message to Ankara, which has 20,000 troops in Syria and no plans to withdraw them.
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