Israel fires tank shell at Syrian forces in Golan Heights

18 Nov, 2017 22:18 / Updated 6 years ago

The Israeli Defense Forces said they shelled the Syrian positions on the northern side of the Golan Height with tank fire in a “warning” to Syria, as it accused Damascus of violating a 1974 ceasefire agreement by carrying out construction work in the area. "In response, the IDF complained to UNDOF (the UN Disengagement Observer Force) and fired a warning shot towards the area using a tank," the IDF spokeswoman said, as cited by AFP. The shelling reportedly occurred near the Druze village of Hader. Earlier this month, Israel vowed to provide assistance to the village after a spillover fire incident, that reportedly led to casualties among the residents.