Amid chaos in Syria, Israel has intensified its military operations, conducting over 350 airstrikes targeting Syrian military assets, including aircraft and naval ships. With Syrian command structures weakened following the Assad regime’s collapse, Israeli troops have taken strategic positions on Mt Hermon. Israeli officials justify these actions as necessary for national security, aiming to prevent weapons from falling into the hands of extremist factions, particularly Hezbollah. The developments have drawn criticism and warnings of a potential violation of international law from various countries and UN officials.