Israeli artillery shelling targeted the outskirts of Jamla town in the Yarmouk Basin area of western Daraa countryside on Friday, amid heightened reconnaissance flights over southern Syria.
Details of the Shelling
According to a reporter in Daraa, at least four artillery shells landed near agricultural land and residential areas on the outskirts of the town, causing widespread panic among residents. No casualties or significant material damage were immediately reported.
Context of Tensions
The shelling comes amid ongoing tensions and repeated Israeli military activity in southern Syria. Earlier this week, Israeli forces, including two Merkava tanks and two military vehicles, advanced near Wadi Al-Ruqqad, close to Jamla town. They conducted limited movements in the border area under the cover of surveillance aircraft.
Violations of International Agreements
Israel has continued to launch attacks and conduct military incursions in southern Syria, violating the 1974 Disengagement Agreement. These actions include raids, arrests, land bulldozing, and artillery shelling.
Syria's Response
Syria has repeatedly called for the withdrawal of Israeli forces from its territory, emphasizing that all Israeli measures in southern Syria are illegitimate and have no legal standing under international law. Damascus has also urged the international community to assume its responsibilities and press for a full Israeli withdrawal from southern Syria.
