Escalating Tensions: Israeli Strikes in Syria Spark Concern

Israeli shelling in southern Syria reportedly killed four people after clashes with militants. Tensions have escalated as Israel refuses to tolerate Islamist presence in southern Syria following the ousting of Bashar al-Assad. EU warns that Israel's actions risk further escalation.

Four individuals were killed in southern Syria due to Israeli shelling, according to Syria's state news agency. This follows the Israeli military's statement about a clash with militants who fired upon their troops.

The border skirmish highlights the growing tensions between Israel and Syria, especially after the ousting of former leader Bashar al-Assad by a new Islamist-led regime. Israel has taken a firm stance against an Islamist militant presence in the region, deploying troops to the Syrian border area.

The European Union’s foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, warned of potential escalation following Israel's recent strikes and expressed concerns alongside Israel's foreign minister Giden Saar. Despite the fall of Assad, Israeli airstrikes have targeted military bases in Syria, maintaining pressure on Iran-linked installations.

(With inputs from agencies.)