A prominent Syrian businessman close to President Bashar al-Assad, Baraa Katerji, was killed by an Israeli drone strike near the Syrian-Lebanese border. Katerji, who managed a vast empire dealing in oil and logistics, was targeted likely due to his role in facilitating Iranian oil shipments into Syria, which are under US-led sanctions. His assassination raises questions about Israel's strategy, as such strikes usually focus on military targets, not individuals. The incident highlights the ongoi...