In a recent development on Syria's west coast, Israeli air strikes conducted on Wednesday have resulted in the death of two Syrian soldiers and left six others wounded, according to state media reports. The strikes reportedly originated from the Mediterranean Sea and specifically targeted several air defense sites in Tartus, as stated by a military source quoted by the official news agency, SANA.

The assault not only caused casualties among Syrian personnel but also targeted a weapons depot belonging to the Iran-backed Hezbollah group, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. For over a decade, Israel has been actively engaging in aerial attacks on Syrian territory, primarily focusing on Iranian-backed forces, Hezbollah fighters, and Syrian military positions.

Despite the frequentity of these strikes, Israel rarely provides public statements regarding individual operations conducted within Syria. However, Israeli authorities have consistently emphasized their resolve to prevent Iran from expanding its presence in the region, given its support for the Syrian government in Damascus.

While the Israeli incursion has been met with condemnation from Damascus, the conflict in Syria has witnessed a multitude of military operations and foreign interventions. As the country remains embroiled in a protracted war, neighboring Israel has increasingly intervened in an attempt to prevent the entrenchment of its arch-foe, Iran.

The death toll continues to rise, with the recent strikes claiming the lives of two soldiers, while adding to the growing list of casualties suffered throughout the long-standing conflict. The situation highlights the ongoing complexities and tensions in the region, with various actors pursuing their strategic interests in Syria.

As the conflict evolves, it remains uncertain how these dynamics will impact the overall stability and prospects for a peaceful resolution in the war-torn country.