Hezbollah Warns of Retaliation for Strikes on Iran’s Consulate in Damascus
Lebanon’s Iran-backed Hezbollah group has issued a warning to Israel following strikes on Iran’s consulate in Damascus, resulting in the death of high-level Iran Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) members.
Key Points:
- Hezbollah vows retaliation for the attack on Iran’s consulate in Damascus.
- Seven IRGC members, including high-ranking officials, were reportedly killed in the strikes.
- Hezbollah has been engaging in cross-border firing with Israel in support of Hamas.
Hezbollah stated that the enemy will face punishment and revenge for the incident, emphasizing the significance of the slain IRGC members in supporting the resistance.
Details of the Incident:
The strikes, allegedly carried out by Israel, resulted in the deaths of IRGC members, with conflicting reports on the number of casualties.
Iran’s ambassador to Syria confirmed the attack and promised a decisive response, condemning Israel’s actions as inhumane and a violation of international laws.
International Response:
Iranian officials, including the Foreign Minister, have called for a serious international response to the attack, urging accountability for the loss of innocent lives.
Syrian Foreign Minister also denounced the incident as a heinous terrorist attack, highlighting the tragic loss of lives in the assault.
