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Israel Launches New Airstrike in Syria Amid US Criticism

The US envoy to Syria has criticized Israel for its recent airstrike on a military base in northern Syria.

23 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Israel executed an airstrike in Syria on Saturday targeting a disused military air base in the northwestern region. This action has drawn criticism from Tom Barrack, the United States' special envoy for Syria, who described the attack as an 'unnecessary escalation that does not advance regional stability.'

Barrack specifically noted that Israel did not provide a warning to the US prior to carrying out the strike. His comments come amid concerns regarding increased tensions in the region, particularly in relation to Turkey's involvement and interests.

The Israeli military has stated that the base was allegedly being utilized by Turkey, which has raised suspicions in the context of ongoing geopolitical complexities.

The criticism from Barrack marks a notable point of contention between the US and Israel, as the latter continues its campaign against perceived threats in Syria.

This latest strike adds to a series of operations conducted by Israel in Syria, reflecting the country's strategic focus on preventing adversaries from gaining military footholds in the region.

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