What is Israel up to in Syria? Its tanks are just 24 kilometres southwest of Damascus
Israel’s Military Objectives in Syria
Israeli forces have reportedly reached Qatana, six miles into Syrian territory from the demilitarized zone near the Golan Heights. While Israel insists its operations aim to prevent terrorism and protect national security, its actions have drawn criticism from Egypt, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia. Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that Israel seeks to establish a demilitarized zone in southern Syria, devoid of weapons and militant threats, to secure its borders without maintaining a permanent presence.
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Airstrikes by Israeli forces have decimated much of Syria’s military infrastructure, including helicopters, jets, and Republican Guard assets. Over 200 raids have left Syrian military capacity severely weakened, according to regional security sources.
The dramatic overthrow of Bashar al-Assad, a leader whose family ruled Syria for over 50 years, has shifted the nation's leadership to a rebel-led transitional government. Syrian Prime Minister Mohammed Jalali and Vice President Faisal Mekdad have begun talks to transfer power to the Salvation Government, spearheaded by the rebel coalition Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS). HTS, an erstwhile al-Qaeda affiliate, is now guiding Syria at this time of uncertainty as there are no clear plans yet on the future governance of the country.
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