Israeli forces struck a Syrian airbase in the early hours of August 14, according to reports, just days after high-level discussions between Israeli intelligence chief Roman Gofman and Syria’s foreign minister Asaad Al-Shaibani. The call, which took place on August 14, focused on Turkey’s military presence in Syria, sources said. The airstrike targeted the Abu al-Duhur airbase, which Syria claims is being rehabilitated for its own air force use.
Syria’s foreign minister denied any plans to establish a Turkish military base at the site, emphasizing that the facility was under Syrian control. The Israeli attack came amid ongoing tensions between regional powers, with Turkey maintaining a military presence in northern Syria since 2018.
The Syrian government has called the strike “unjustified,” with officials accusing Israel of escalating hostilities without prior warning. Meanwhile, the Israeli operation is seen by some analysts as part of a broader effort to disrupt potential alliances between Syria and Turkey.
The incident highlights the complex web of military and diplomatic interactions in the region, where Syria, Israel, and Turkey remain locked in a delicate balance of power.
