Israeli airstrikes in Syria overnight between Wednesday and Thursday were aimed at striking “military capabilities that remained at the Syrian bases of Hama and T4, along with additional. With Assad’s fall, Syria stands at a crossroads: Will it follow Iraq’s path of political bargaining or descend into Libya-style chaos? Can HTS govern inclusively, or will sectarian tensions spark another conflict? In the wake of hundreds of reported Israeli air strikes across Syria since 8 December 2024, the Israel Defense Forces’ public confirmation that it built multiple positions in the area of. The intensity of Israeli strikes in Syria has increased in 2024 compared to previous years: The current year has seen a marked escalation in Israeli operations against Iranian targets in Syria, with 2024 becoming the most active year, tallying approximately 185 strikes, compared to 154 in 2023. Israel’s persistent and escalating attacks – most notably the April 2025 strikes on targets adjacent to al-Shara’s presidential palace – look less preventative and more like an increasingly brazen attempt to goad Syria into a war. Israel has launched a series of more than 350 air strikes targeting Syrian military assets, which strategists suggest could have far-reaching implications for regional security dynamics. Syria has become a focal point for the intensifying Sunni-Shi’ite struggle, a development with profound regional consequences. While the weakening of Iranian influence represents a potential strategic advantage for Israel , it simultaneously introduces heightened instability in a volatile region. The airstrikes near Damascus are not just a show of force; they carry significant implications for the geopolitical landscape of the Middle East. By targeting key locations, Israel aims to deter any potential aggression from Syria and its allies. As Syria struggles in the wake of the Assad regime's collapse, its neighbors are carefully coordinating to avoid potential military confrontations. Israel and Turkey began a series of talks. As Israel intensifies its operations deep inside Syria , questions arise regarding the true objectives behind these repeated strikes, their connection to broader regional geopolitical shifts, and the stances of both international and regional powers escalating conflict.
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