The Facts
On Sun., satellite imagery published by the Times of Israel revealed massive destruction at a Syrian military facility based near the northwestern city of Masyaf in the Hama governorate, following an Israeli air attack the previous Thursday.
The satellite images of the Scientific Studies and Research Center (SSRC) were taken by Planet Labs PBC and provided by Aurora Intel, a network that shares news and updates based on open-source intelligence. Some buildings and areas sustained heavy damage, according to Aurora Intel.
The Spin
Narrative A
Syria has become a major threat to the very existence of Israel, as Iran and Hezbollah have expanded their presence in the country. In response, Israel has had no choice but to adopt a "war between wars," targeting Iranian and Iran-backed military presence and weapons that have been positioned in Syria to attack Israel.
Narrative B
Israel is continuing to violate international law and treaties as well as the sovereignty of its neighbors through routine aggression. The UN Security Council must act to halt Israeli defiance of internationally agreed norms to promote peace and stability in the Middle East.
