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Israeli military operation in Syria ‘wise and correct,’ Druze leader says

‘Proud Israeli’ Majdal Shams Mayor Dolan Abu Saleh: 'I love to be part of society in the State of Israel… we want this feeling to be mutual and not one-sided'

Felice Friedson/The Media Line | 12.21.24

Erdogan urges West, US to halt Israeli invasion of Syria

Speaking at Cairo summit of eight Muslim-majority nations in coalition's first meeting since fall of Assad, Turkish president declares Turkey has no intention of withdrawing from Syria

Lior Ben Ari, news agencies | 12.20.24

Salma Safadi waves to her sister, Sawsan

Separated for decades, Assad’s fall spurs hope for families split by Golan Heights buffer zone

Sisters try to connect with oldest family daughter married to a Syrian 27 years ago says the collapse of the regime in Damascus makes contact easier

Associated Press | 12.19.24

ראש הממשלה בנימין נתניהו ערך חיתוך-מצב בשיא החרמון, יחד עם שר הביטחון ישראל כ״ץ, הרמטכ״ל רא״ל הרצי הלוי, מפקד פיקוד צפון אלוף אורי גורדין וראש השב״כ רונן בר

Netanyahu visits Syrian side of Mount Hermon: Israel will remain 'until another arrangement is found'

Prime minister visits site taken over by IDF with heads of the defense establishment; 'We are here at a crossroads to decide on Israel's preparedness in this important place'

Itamar Eichner | 12.17.24

Israel’s new fear: From Shiite to Sunni jihad

Commentary: Assad’s regime collapse marks a rare moment, but Syria’s new leadership may eventually demand the return of the Golan Heights; in his final hours in power, Assad raged, attempted bribery and accused his generals of corruption before fleeing

Nadav Eyal | 12.14.24

צה"ל בכיבוש מרחבים באיזור החיץ שמעבר לגבול עם סוריה

IDF in Syria: Seven villages, two brigades and winter preparations beyond the border

Without resistance, IDF forces took control of Syrian outposts, confiscating tanks, missiles and equipment; preparing for a prolonged stay, troops received portable living quarters; local villagers maintain daily life as army awaits stable governing entity

Yoav Zitun, Tel Kudana, Syria | 12.11.24

Netanyahu: 'The absolute victory they mocked is at hand'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convenes a press conference for the first time in 99 days and declares 'The Golan will forever be an inseparable part of Israel'; He also claims that "collapse of the Syrian regime is direct result of severe blows we have inflicted on Hamas, Hezbollah and Iran"

Yuval Karni | 12.09.24

Foreign minister confirms talks with Syrian rebels

In briefing to foreign press, Gideon Sa’ar confirms strong ties with Syria’s Druze and Kurdish communities, defends IDF strikes in Syria, saying they aim to prevent strategic weapons from falling into extremist hands

Yoav Zitun | 12.09.24

ILTV on the border: Israel prepares for possible escalation with Syria

Maayan Hoffman: 'Relatively quiet here. The only gunfire is celebratory—Syrians marking the fall of Assad's regime'

Maayan Hoffman, ILTV | 12.09.24

'Syrians are rid of a tyrant': Israeli and Syrian Druze celebrate Assad's fall

Syrian Druze rebel commander tells Ynet about their desire to break free from ousted Syrian dictator's rule and deep connection with Israeli counterparts

Einav Halabi | 12.09.24

Fall of Assad regime continues collapse of the Iranian dream

Analysis: As situation unfolds in Syria, Israel must significantly strengthen its defenses on the Golan Heights border and focus on the disturbing scenario of terrorists taking over arsenal of weapons of mass destruction

Yossi Yehoshua | 12.08.24

From black to green: Nature in Golan Heights begins to recover

Katzrin Stream, which was badly damaged in the war, is recovering as the cease-fire continues; 'The Golan was black this year, but is already starting to turn green and colorful with stunning flowers'

Ilana Curiel | 12.08.24

IDF moves tanks, troops into demilitarized zone on Golan Heights

Military says will protect against any violation of Israel sovereignty after warning Syrian rebels taking control of the area near the border, not to advance

Yoav Zitun, Yair Kraus, Lior Ben Ari | 12.08.24

מורדים בסוריה בעיר חמה שנכבשה במסגרת הקרבות נגד צבא אסד

Developments in Syria favor Israel, but the tide could turn on a dime

Commentary: Rebels near Israel’s border are local villagers with past ties to Israel, while Kurdish militias disrupt Iran’s arms route to Lebanon; with US curbing Erdoğan’s ambitions, Israel readies for potential threats, including jihadists nearing Golan border

Ron Ben-Yishai | 12.07.24

Israel assists UN forces in repelling rebel attack in southern Syria

Armed assailants attack UN outpost near village of Hader in Quneitra province, close to Israel's Golan Heights; rebels reportedly enter Homs and approach gates of Damascus

Lior Ben Ari, Yoav Zitun | 12.07.24