Israel’s Military Actions in Syria: A Response to Islamist Takeover and Regional Tensions
Israel continues airstrikes in Syria following the overthrow of the Assad regime, which it views as a precautionary measure amid rising Islamist control. An expert suggests Israel is not only defending itself but aiming to disrupt Iranian supply lines to Hezbollah. The Israeli government has established a temporary buffer zone and is concerned about potential chemical weapon threats from Syria. Regional reactions are negative, with accusations of violating international law. The future of power dynamics in Syria remains uncertain.