IDF Commandos Raid Iranian-Backed Missile Facility in Syria
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Over 100 IDF Shaldag Unit commandos involved in the operation.
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Targeted an Iranian-funded missile production facility in Syria's Masyaf area.
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Operation executed before the fall of Assad's regime.
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Facility was aimed at producing precision missiles for Hezbollah and other Iranian proxies.
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Seizure of advanced equipment and intelligence documents.
In a bold and secretive operation conducted on September 8, 2024, more than 100 elite commandos from Israel's Shaldag Unit executed a daring raid on an underground precision missile production facility near Masyaf in Syria. This operation took place before the dramatic fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime, underlining the strategic importance of the site in the broader regional conflict dynamics.
The facility, deeply embedded in Syrian territory, was a significant asset for Iran's military support network, designed to manufacture long-range precision-guided missiles and rockets. These were primarily intended for Hezbollah and other Iranian-aligned groups, posing a direct threat to Israel's security. According to the IDF, this site was not just a hub for weapon production but a symbol of Iran's expanding missile capabilities in the region.
IDF reveals that over 100 elite commandos from the Shaldag Unit carried out a raid on September 8, 2024, targeting an underground precision missile production site near Masyaf, deep in Syrian territory.
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This was before Assad’s downfall.
According to the IDF, the site, funded… pic.twitter.com/N4RUpOAGEZ
The raid was meticulously planned, involving helicopters for troop deployment, alongside aerial and naval support to ensure the operation's success and the safe extraction of the forces. Upon infiltrating the facility, the commandos discovered advanced assembly lines, including a notable planetary mixer used for missile production. They also seized numerous weapons and a trove of intelligence documents, which are expected to provide critical insights into Iran's military operations in the area.
The Shaldag Unit, known for its expertise in deep infiltration and high-risk missions, managed to neutralize the facility's infrastructure, effectively halting the production of precision missiles at this location. The operation was executed without casualties on the Israeli side, showcasing the precision and professionalism of the IDF's special forces.
This operation not only demonstrates Israel's capability to conduct complex missions deep within hostile territories but also sends a clear message to Iran and its proxies about the reach and determination of the IDF to counter threats to its security. The raid's success has been hailed as a significant blow to Iran's covert arms supply chain, potentially impacting the military balance in the region.
The intelligence gathered during this raid could lead to further actions against Iranian military infrastructure in Syria or elsewhere, as Israel continues to assert its strategic interests in preventing the arming of its adversaries