"Israeli Strike Kills IRGC Commander in Syria, Prompting Iran's Vow of 'Harsh' Response"

Israeli war planes destroyed the Iranian consulate in Damascus, killing at least seven people, including a senior commander in the Iranian Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) Quds force. Iran has vowed revenge and described the targeting of the diplomatic mission as unprecedented, promising a harsh response. The strike removed a key figure in Iran’s military hierarchy, and Iran has vowed to respond at the same magnitude and harshness. The incident represents a test for Iran, which will feel the need to respond while remaining keen to avoid an open all-out conflict with Israel.