Conflict Between Israel And Syria

"The Syrian opposition deals with Israel as a usurper and occupier of Syrian land,” rebel leader says.

Sheikhs traveled to countries to visit religious sites; Druse religious leaders vow not to do so again without proper permit.

Assad's forces have been under siege in border area for months, facing rebels which include radical jihadi groups.

Earlier this month, an IDF patrol in the northern Golan Heights came under attack when an explosive device was detonated near the soldiers’ jeep.

In aftermath of Israelis strikes in Syria, local media report intense Israeli activity in the skies over southern Lebanon.

IDF says 1 soldier seriously wounded, 3 lightly-to-moderately hurt in incident ; IDF artillery strike Syrian army posts in response; soldiers were outside of jeep during detonation.

Shi'ite organization, which had denied Israeli strike on Syria-Lebanon border, says IAF bombing sorties targeted base, causing no injuries.

Anonymous Israeli official tells TIME that IAF jets struck a missile transport destined for Hezbollah.

In response to questions whether IAF carried out strikes on Lebanon-Syria border, PM says it is Israel's policy not to comment on such matters.