Israeli ground forces have crossed into Syrian territory for the first time since the 1973 October War, marking a significant shift in Israel’s military strategy. The move, which includes taking control of key positions like Mount Hermon, was confirmed by anonymous Israeli officials to The New York
Israeli ground forces have crossed into Syrian territory for the first time since the 1973 October War, marking a significant shift in Israel’s military strategy, The New York Times reports. Israeli troops advanced beyond the demilitarized zone on the Golan Heights, taking control of strategic positions, including Mount Hermon.
Two Israeli officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity, confirmed to The New York Times that the ground operation also included airstrikes targeting Syrian military assets, such as weapons caches and air defense systems, to prevent them from falling into the hands of rebel forces.
On Sunday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that he had ordered Israeli troops to “take over the buffer zone” between Israel and Syria. He explained, “We have instructed the Israeli army to take control of these positions to prevent any hostile forces from establishing themselves near Israel’s border. This is a temporary defensive measure until a more permanent solution is reached.”
In the same announcement, Israeli military spokesman Avichay Adraee declared a curfew in five Syrian villages within the buffer zone, ordering residents to remain indoors “until further notice.”
While Israel maintains that it is “not intervening in Syria’s internal matters,” the military made clear that its forces would continue operations “as long as necessary” to preserve the buffer zone and protect Israel and its citizens.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan told Russian President Vladimir Putin that cooperation between their countries is vital for regional stability. In a phone call, he reaffirmed Türkiye’s support for peace in Ukraine, safe navigation in the Black Sea, and Syria’s territorial integrity.
Tensions rise along the Lebanon-Syria border after the abduction and killing of Syrian security forces. Syria accuses Hezbollah of orchestrating the attack, while the group denies involvement. Diplomatic efforts to resolve the situation are underway.
International donors at a European Union-led conference in Brussels pledged €5.8 billion ($6.3 billion) on Monday to support Syria’s new authorities, who are grappling with humanitarian and security crises following the fall of Bashar al-Assad.
The interim government in Damascus will attend an international conference on Monday in Brussels to seek aid pledges for Syria, which continues to face significant humanitarian challenges and an uncertain political future following the departure of Bashar al-Assad.
Crowds in Aleppo and Damascus celebrated 14 years since the Syrian uprising that ousted Bashar al-Assad.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has suggested placing Ukraine under temporary UN administration before negotiations on a peace deal can begin.
U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem met with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum as part of a regional tour focused on migration and security cooperation.
Global leaders, including U.S. President Donald Trump and UN chief Antonio Guterres, pledged support to Myanmar after a powerful earthquake killed over 150 people.
A Russian drone attack on the Ukrainian city of Dnipro killed one person and injured six, sparking a fire in a hotel and nearby buildings.
U.S. President Donald Trump talks with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney for the first time amid trade tensions.
Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) pilots, monitoring a Chinese navy warship as it navigated Australian waters, were alerted to a live-fire exercise via a civilian radio broadcast, defense officials revealed on Tuesday.
As the world shifts toward clean energy at an ever-accelerating pace, large economies are scrambling to secure reliable supply chains for rare earth minerals. These minerals, once seen as mere industrial components, have become a political tool in the global power struggle
Russian forces carried out a drone attack on Ukraine’s second-largest city, Kharkiv, late Wednesday, injuring at least twenty one people and causing structural damage, according to Ukrainian officials.
A devastating overnight drone attack on Kyiv, attributed to Russian forces, resulted in the deaths of three people, including a five-year-old child, and left ten others injured.
The Trump administration is importing eggs from Türkiye and South Korea to address shortages and record-high prices caused by a severe bird flu outbreak.
As the world shifts toward clean energy at an ever-accelerating pace, large economies are scrambling to secure reliable supply chains for rare earth minerals. These minerals, once seen as mere industrial components, have become a political tool in the global power struggle
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia hosted the presentation of the Armenian translation of the book by Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araqchi, titled "The Power of Negotiations: Principles and Rules of Political and Diplomatic Negotiations."
Armenian Parliament Speaker Alen Simonyan stated on Tuesday that there are no expected changes in Armenia’s relations with the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO), despite ongoing discussions regarding the country’s stance on the military alliance.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has met with a delegation led by Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi, who is in Yerevan on an official visit.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has suggested placing Ukraine under temporary UN administration before negotiations on a peace deal can begin.
U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem met with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum as part of a regional tour focused on migration and security cooperation.
Global leaders, including U.S. President Donald Trump and UN chief Antonio Guterres, pledged support to Myanmar after a powerful earthquake killed over 150 people.
A Russian drone attack on the Ukrainian city of Dnipro killed one person and injured six, sparking a fire in a hotel and nearby buildings.
U.S. President Donald Trump talks with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney for the first time amid trade tensions.
You can download the AnewZ application from Play Store and the App Store.
What is your opinion on this topic?
Leave the first comment