Israel’s deputy defense minister hinted that Israel might strike Syria in retaliation for the double suicide bombing in Beersheba. Israel has said Syria bears responsibility for the attack that killed 16 people Tuesday because it provides funding and logistical aid to Palestinian terrorist groups.
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