Egypt has condemned recent Israeli airstrikes on Syria, deeming them a violation of sovereignty and a provocation that escalates regional tensions. In turn, Syria has denounced these strikes as violations of international law. Both nations urge international actors to respond effectively against Israeli military actions in the region.
On March 19, 2025, Egypt condemned Israeli airstrikes on Syrian territory, asserting that these actions illustrate Israel’s “insistence on continuing to inflame tensions in the region.” The Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs characterized the strikes as “a serious escalation” and a violation of Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The Israeli military reported that it targeted military sites in Daraa that it claimed posed “a threat” to Israel. The Syrian Ministry of Health indicated that the airstrikes resulted in three fatalities and injuries to 19 civilians, among them four children and a woman.
Egypt’s foreign ministry remarked, “Egypt views the Israeli airstrikes on the sisterly Arab Republic of Syria as a continuation of efforts to impose a fait accompli,” illustrating Israel’s determination to sustain regional tensions. The ministry urged international entities and the UN Security Council to assert their responsibilities regarding these breaches of peace.
Syria also condemned the strikes, depicting them as part of Israel’s ongoing aggression towards the Syrian population and nation. The Syrian Foreign Ministry stated that these attacks violate international law while posing threats to regional and global security, calling for immediate action from the UN and relevant organizations.
The recent strikes add to the extensive history of airstrikes carried out by Israel in Syria over the past decade, including actions taken both prior to and following the collapse of Bashar Al-Assad’s regime in December. Following this regime’s decline, Israel has increased its military presence in the Golan Heights, further entrenching its occupation of the area.
This situation underscores escalating tensions in the region due to Israeli military actions. Both Egypt and Syria have condemned these strikes, which they label as violations of sovereignty and international law. The calls for international intervention reflect the urgent need for diplomatic solutions to prevent further destabilization.
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