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IDF Strikes Syrian Buffer Zone After Mortar Fire on Outpost
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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · Jun 28, 2026
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The IDF retaliated with artillery and helicopter strikes in Syria's buffer zone after mortar fire targeted an Israeli outpost, prompting local evacuations. No casualties were reported. The incident is part of ongoing cross-border tensions involving Israel, Syria, and Hezbollah, with U.S. President Trump commenting on the situation.
- 01IDF responded to mortar fire near Tel Kudna in Syria with artillery and helicopter strikes.
- 02No casualties reported, but Syrian villagers fled the Daraa region after attacks.
- 03Lebanese media reported mass evacuation of Abidin residents following Israeli strikes.
- 04Villagers were seen throwing stones at IDF soldiers prior to the Israeli response.
- 05The strikes follow earlier IDF attacks on Syrian regime targets after Druze civilian assaults.
- 06President Trump expressed frustration with Israel's Hezbollah policy and mentioned Syria's role.
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