Israeli troops arrested several suspected members of what the military described as the Islamic Jemaah organisation during an overnight raid in the Syrian village of Beit Jin, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said on Friday.
Operation Based on Intelligence Reports
The military said the operation followed weeks of intelligence suggesting the group was preparing attacks against Israeli civilians. Acting on this information, troops launched the raid to prevent potential assaults near the border area.
Exchange of Fire During Raid
According to the IDF, troops came under fire during the mission and returned fire with air support. Three Israeli soldiers were wounded in the exchange. The army confirmed that all targeted suspects were detained, while several militants were killed during the clashes. Troops remain stationed in the area to monitor further threats and continue operations against groups considered hostile.
Broader Context of Israeli Strikes in Syria
Throughout 2025, Israel has conducted numerous strikes across Syria, particularly near Damascus and in the country’s southern regions. These operations, according to Israeli officials, aim to prevent planned attacks and protect the Druze community close to the border.
Israel maintains that its actions are directed against armed groups posing security risks. However, Syrian authorities have repeatedly accused Israel of killing soldiers in the strikes, condemning the operations as violations of sovereignty.
(with inputs from Reuters)
