Syria retaliates against Lebanon over Hezbollah's alleged attack

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Syria's military launched rockets at Lebanon on Sunday, accusing Hezbollah of killing three Syrian soldiers. This marks a significant escalation in tensions between the two countries. The Syrian defense ministry claimed Hezbollah ambushed and executed the soldiers near the border. Hezbollah denied involvement, and no casualties were reported from the rocket fire. Syria's new government is facing internal conflicts, while Hezbollah's military strength has diminished since its recent war with Israel. The group previously supported the Assad regime during the Syrian civil war.


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