Top Syrian chemist assassinated in Damascus
Syrian sources fear the killing of Dr. Hamdi Ismail Nada could signal "the beginning of chaos and targeted killings orchestrated by global intelligence agencies."
Syrian sources fear the killing of Dr. Hamdi Ismail Nada could signal "the beginning of chaos and targeted killings orchestrated by global intelligence agencies."
Over the past few days, hundreds of targets have been hit, including fighter jets, arms depots, air defense systems, surface-to-air and surface-to-surface missiles, cruise missiles, long-range rockets, and coastal missile batteries.
The IDF has deployed in the Golan Heights buffer zone as the situation unfolds rapidly in Syria.
Netanyahu characterized the event as "a historic day in Middle East history," claiming that the regime's "collapse is the direct result of our forceful action against Hezbollah and Iran, Assad's main supporters."
Syrian sources tell Reuters there is "a very high probability" that Assad may have been killed after taking off Sunday night. Russia says he left Syria following "resignation" and left orders for "peaceful handover."
Rebels declare capital "free" as opposition forces advance across country, ending decades of tyrannical rule by the Assad family just weeks after launching the surprise attack from the Idlib stronghold. Syrian PM says government ready “to cooperate with any leadership the people choose.”
Rebels tell Israel Hayom of victory as historic uprising ends decades of authoritarian rule.
According to Trump's assessment, the dual weakening of Assad's primary international backers – Russia and Iran – has left Syria increasingly isolated.
Former member of Al-Qaida, Damascus-born insurgent now presents moderate image while leading swift offensive.
The Syrian opposition has reported the capture of several villages and cities in the region. Meanwhile, the office of Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad denies rumors claiming he has fled the country.
The first issue of Israel Hayom appeared on July 30, 2007. Israel Hayom was founded on the belief that the Israeli public deserves better, more balanced and more accurate journalism. Journalism that speaks, not shouts. Journalism of a different kind. And free of charge.
All rights reserved to Israel Hayom
Hosted by sPD.co.il
[contact-form-7 id=”508379″ html_id=”isrh_form_Newsletter_en” title=”newsletter_subscribe”]