Israeli troops have taken control of key areas along the Syria-Israel border and launched targeted strikes against “strategic weapons systems” in Syria, escalating tensions in the region. Here’s what you need to know:
Border Clash Heats Up 🔥
On Monday, Israeli tanks advanced into Quneitra, a Syrian city near the occupied Golan Heights, according to local sources. Drones buzzed overhead as forces reportedly reached a governorate building. Meanwhile, airstrikes near Damascus targeted weapons storage facilities linked to “long-range missiles” and other arms Israel claims could reach “extremist groups.”
Why Now? 🎯
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar blamed militants for crossing into a UN-monitored buffer zone over the weekend, violating a decades-old disengagement agreement. “We acted to protect our communities,” he said, adding that commandos temporarily seized a Syrian outpost on Mount Hermon.
Militant Rule in Damascus? ⚠️
Following rapid territorial gains by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham-led groups, Damascus saw new strict rules Monday: a 5 p.m. curfew, threats of jail for looters, and orders for public workers to return to jobs. The University of Tartous announced plans to resume classes Tuesday amid the chaos.
📌 With Syria’s fragile security situation, analysts warn further clashes could destabilize the region.
