Israeli strikes damage farmland and civilian homes in southern Syria

Israeli military operations in southern Syria have caused extensive damage to agricultural land and civilian infrastructure, according to reports from local authorities and humanitarian agencies. Satellite imagery and on‑the‑ground assessments confirm that a series of airstrikes targeting what Israel described as “militant positions” have flattened fields of wheat and barley, destroyed irrigation systems, and rendered large swaths of farmland unusable. The strikes have also hit nearby villages, resulting in the deaths of at least twelve civilians and injuring dozens more, while displacing an estimated 3,500 residents who have sought shelter in temporary camps across the governorate.

The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) warned that the loss of productive farmland threatens food security for the region’s already vulnerable population, with the potential to exacerbate shortages and increase reliance on aid. Syrian officials have condemned the attacks as violations of international law and called for an immediate cessation of hostilities, while Israel maintains that its actions are aimed at curbing the presence of Iranian‑backed militia groups near its border. International observers continue to monitor the situation, urging all parties to protect civilian lives and agricultural resources essential for regional stability.