Israeli warplanes have launched a fierce airstrike campaign in Syria, targeting military infrastructure to thwart any strategic threats.
Over the past 48 hours, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) executed more than 350 strikes, hitting key military assets, including squadrons of fighters, missile systems, and Syria’s small navy.
These operations aim to prevent weapons from falling into extremist hands, a critical step in Israel’s security strategy.
The airstrikes began following the collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s regime and included attacks on suspected chemical weapons and long-range rockets.
Israel’s defense minister, Israel Katz, confirmed the successful destruction of Syria’s naval fleet, underscoring the IDF’s efforts to neutralize any potential threats along Israel’s borders.
The strikes also support the IDF’s broader goal of creating a “sterile defense zone” within Syria, a buffer free of weapons and terrorist activity.
In addition to air strikes, Israeli forces have consolidated their hold on areas east of the occupied Golan Heights, capturing a strategic strip of mountainous territory extending north. The territory provides a commanding vantage point over the region, reinforcing Israel’s security position.
Airstrikes in Syria highlight Israel’s growing military presence amid regional security concerns.This intensifying military presence has sparked condemnation from regional powers, including Egypt, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey, who accuse Israel of violating international law and exploiting the instability in Syria.
The UN has also voiced concern, calling for an end to Israeli airstrikes and ground incursions.
Despite the criticism, Israel maintains its operations are temporary measures to safeguard its national security, emphasizing its focus on territorial defense and its commitment to preventing Iranian influence from reasserting itself in the region.
As the situation evolves, Israel’s continued military engagement in Syria raises questions about the long-term implications for regional peace and stability.
The presence of Israeli troops and their control over key Syrian territories signal a new phase in the complex dynamics of the Syrian conflict, with geopolitical consequences that extend far beyond Syria’s borders.