BEIRUT (AP) — Israel is beefing up its rocket defenses on its northern border to protect the country against possible retaliation after carrying out two airstrikes in Syria over 48 hours. A senior Israeli official says the recent airstrikes targeted precision-guided missiles Israel believes were being shipped to Hezbollah militants in Lebanon.
CAIRO (AP) — The head of the Arab League is blasting Israel for carrying out airstrikes on Syria. Nabil Elaraby says the attacks threaten regional stability and is calling on the U.N. Security Council to “immediately move to stop” what he calls “Israeli aggressions.” While he opposes Israel’s actions, Elaraby is appealing for aid to strengthen the rebels trying to oust Syrian President Bashar Assad.
Source: Associated Press