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DAMASCUS — Syrian air defense systems successfully intercepted an Israeli missile attack early Saturday, according to the state-run Sana news agency.
The strikes targeted military sites in the southern and central regions of Syria, with the assault commencing around 2 a.m. local time (2300 GMT).
Missiles were reportedly launched from the occupied Syrian Golan Heights and parts of Lebanon. Military sources indicated that several missiles were shot down, although efforts are ongoing to assess the full impact of the attack. There has been no immediate information regarding casualties or damage.
In a related development, Israel announced early Saturday that its military had conducted “precise strikes” against military targets in Iran. Explosions were heard in Tehran as Israeli army spokesman Rear Adm. Danial Hagari confirmed that the Israel Defense Forces were targeting sites in Tehran, Meshed, and a power station in Karaj. — Agencies
