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Al-Qusayr: The Syrian town controlled by Hezbollah and targeted by Israel

Located just a few kilometers from the Lebanese border, this town serves as a strategic logistical corridor for Hezbollah.

Al-Qusayr: The Syrian town controlled by Hezbollah and targeted by Israel

A photo taken from the Syrian side of the border with Lebanon, after an Israeli strike on the Qousseir region in Syria, October 25, 2024. (Credit: AFP)

Al-Qusayr is a name that frequently surfaces in the news. Since the Gaza war began on Oct. 7, 2023, which quickly extended to Lebanon due to Hezbollah’s involvement, this small town has remained in the spotlight.Situated in western Syria, around 10...
Al-Qusayr is a name that frequently surfaces in the news. Since the Gaza war began on Oct. 7, 2023, which quickly extended to Lebanon due to Hezbollah’s involvement, this small town has remained in the spotlight.Situated in western Syria, around 10...