Syria

Where Iran tries to use collaborators, Israel has found partners — and just across the border, a surprising construction boom is taking place, stemming from the desire of tens of thousands of Druze to acquire a shelter for times of danger. "We want to understand what about you, are you here forever?", explains a Druze from southern Syria about what needs to happen for them to express unequivocal...

The relationship between the Syrian leader al-Julani and the Druze residents in As-Suwayda remains tense. Community members are now demanding that final exams be held within their region rather than near Damascus.

The 210th Division completed extensive exercises in the Golan Heights and on the Syrian border to enhance operational readiness for sudden and complex events.

Yashar! party chairman Gadi Eisenkot claimed he could not reach the Prime Minister for two hours after an F-16 was downed by Syrian fire. A military source with access to the protocols states that Benjamin Netanyahu was updated immediately and approved the retaliatory strike, which was launched within 20 minutes.

Despite the failure to reach an agreement with Damascus, communication channels remain open. At the same time, Israel identifies a decrease in settler violence and an increase in enforcement: "We definitely see the damage caused as a result of this"

18 years after the secret operation that shook the regime in Damascus, Israel admits for the first time that it was behind the elimination of General Muhammad Suleiman in the resort town of Tartus. Suleiman, a confidant of Bashar al-Assad, managed the nuclear reactor project with North Korea and served as a conduit for transferring game-changing weapons from Tehran to Hezbollah. The naval commando...

At the "Time of Decision: Democracy and Society" conference organized by Ynet and Yedioth Ahronoth in collaboration with the Israel Democracy Institute, the chairman of the Yashar! party recounted that when he served as Chief of Staff in 2018, after Air Force pilots abandoned a downed aircraft, he could not reach the Prime Minister for two hours and decided on his own to carry out strikes in...

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) reports that during a visit to a secret site, which Syria disclosed only in July, 73 tons of natural uranium were located, mostly in the form of fuel rods. The IAEA stated it has established control over the material, praised the Al-Sharaa regime for its transparency, and closed the investigation into Damascus.

Alongside the Syrian president's attempts to be accepted by the leaders of the modern world, he continues to arm himself in every way. The man who turned almost overnight from a leader of an Al-Qaeda branch into a leader of a Middle Eastern state continues to raise doubts about his intentions. In Israel, they are trying to decipher where the neighbor from the Syrian border is heading.

The Turkish ambassador to Syria has added the title of "Special Representative of the Foreign Minister for Syrian Affairs" to his social media profiles. According to Arab media, this indicates an expansion of his role beyond standard diplomatic representation to include political, security, and military oversight.

World press headlines: Many accusations against Israel have flowed from Turkey since October 7, 2023, but the new news is that Israel is plotting to use Kurdish forces in northern Syria to thwart the peace process led by President Ahmad al-Shara; in the Aegean Sea, Greece is establishing a drone base, and Israel may be involved. Globes presents a daily short review of interesting news from the...

In Lebanon, footage was documented of "a young man risking his life to save people at sea and a child swept away in a flood at a refugee camp," in Syria solar panels "flew away" and trees fell - and here we had a little rain. In the Western Galilee, flooding is still possible; this is the forecast for the beginning of the week.

The President of Syria is on the verge of ending Kurdish autonomy in the northeast of the country and unifying the state under his rule. Simultaneously, the Al-Shara regime continues to strengthen following the US decision to remove Syria from the list of state sponsors of terrorism. Opposition activists warn: "The ideology of Al-Qaeda will be embedded in new generations of believers."

A meeting between the Syrian Foreign Minister and the head of the Mossad, the restoration of full economic cooperation with the United States, and a session with the commander of the Kurdish army in the country. Syria is "firing" in all directions.

About 15 years after the Kurds took advantage of the civil war to establish control in northeastern Syria, the military force that became the main ally of the USA in the fight against ISIS announced its dismantling. The forces will merge into the army they were fighting against just a few months ago. Commander Mazloum Abdi: "The country has entered a new phase of peace and building a new Syria."

Defense Minister Israel Katz visited IDF forces on Mount Hermon and clarified that they will remain in the area as long as there are threats to Israel. Katz addressed the Turkish attempt to establish a foothold in Syria and sent a message to the Syrian president: "We are here to protect our communities and our border."

A CNN article extensively covered the Prime Minister's decision to focus on the Turkish threat, mentioning the campaign billboard where Erdogan is shown alongside the leaders of Iran, Hezbollah, and the Mayor of New York. Netanyahu told Channel 9: 'I do not want to see Turkey moving south.'

At a recently held gathering, the Druze leader emphasized that stability in the Bashan region could serve as the basis for regional stability. According to him, achieving stability will lead to the realization of full sovereign rights and self-determination in the region.

The easing of restrictions on the Al-Shara administration began as early as June 2025, paving the way for the announcement. At the NATO summit a month ago, President Donald Trump delivered a letter to the Syrian president, promising: "We will make your country more prosperous than ever before."

The move, announced earlier this year and subject to Congressional review, is being implemented tonight. This follows Donald Trump resharing a post by the Syrian Foreign Minister, who thanked the American President and his administration for the decision.

Israel struck in Syria to prevent a Turkish foothold and to prevent the deployment of "things that must not be there," according to a senior Israeli official. He further noted that while Jerusalem acts against Damascus on a diplomatic level, it does not hesitate to use military force when necessary: "A policy inspired by the US President, who talks to everyone - and fights everyone."

Against the backdrop of concerns over Ankara's deepening foothold in Syria, the IDF clarifies that no Turkish forces have been identified near the border so far, but they are preparing for explosive devices and continuing to raid villages. At the same time, the army and police are changing their handling of the "Bashan rioters" who cross the border and are diverting forces. A status report from...

World press headlines: Despite the Israeli attack near Turkey, Ankara is not interested in a conflict with Israel; maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz has dropped significantly compared to the pre-war period, and shipping companies are still afraid to pass through the area; Jordan is asking China to be more involved in efforts to promote a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian...

Incitement, calls for murder, and threats: Ahmad Hassoun, the former Grand Mufti of the Assad regime, has been sentenced to life imprisonment in Syria. Ten other senior officials of the ousted president have been put on trial, including the president himself. Lebanon has extradited a former senior military official to Syria — the date for his trial has not yet been set.

The new Syria under the rule of al-Jolani is proving to be far from a country that fell like a ripe fruit into Israel's hands. Recent weeks reveal a Syria that is fighting for its status, positioning, and independent demands, which do not align with Israel's interests.

Concerns are rising as weapons are transferred to the terrorist organization in Lebanon via the Syrian border, often slipping under the radar. A defense source stated that Hezbollah is exploiting the ceasefire to build up its strength. Israel views this as a primary reason to maintain freedom of action in Syria.

Reports that Benjamin Netanyahu's office vetoed a Turkish foothold near the border are infuriating the establishment in Ankara. A former senior naval officer accuses Israel of systematically dismantling the Assad army and calls for the deployment of game-changing weapons.

Days after the Israeli attack on a Syrian airbase and the spike in tensions between the countries, Barak Ravid reported that Mossad chief Roman Gofman met with Syrian Foreign Minister Assad al-Shibani in an attempt to prevent further escalation.

As relations between Syria and Israel escalate, the situation for the Druze community in Syria is deteriorating. On Sunday, demonstrators blocked the road connecting Damascus to the Druze region of As-Suwayda, preventing students from reaching their examination centers.

A senior Israeli intelligence source warned that without clear red lines with Ankara, Israel could face Turkish military presence in the Golan Heights and the Mediterranean. Background: Turkey's entrenchment in Syria.

The Syrian Foreign Ministry has signaled an intention to return to the negotiating table with Israel to reach a security agreement following a suspension caused by an airstrike. Minister Assad al-Shibani emphasized the need to seize a "historic opportunity," while noting the current lack of trust in Israel and prioritizing a halt to attacks.

The Minister of Defense accuses critics of the strike on the Syrian base of flip-flopping and backs the move to prevent Turkish entrenchment in the region: "They moved from claims of a political strike to attempts to scare us with Erdogan, it is fortunate they have no influence"

Jerusalem is furious over the positions of Ambassador Tom Burke, who condemned the strike in Syria and demanded that Turkey be included in Gaza. Now a political source admits: it was decided to stop transferring intelligence to him.

The security establishment is concerned that the "battle of threats" with Ankara could harm the IDF's freedom of action in Syria. President Donald Trump again publishes a picture of the Strait of Hormuz and "declares" it US territory. Ongoing updates.

After US envoy to Syria Tom Burke claimed that Israel "is still occupying the Golan," Defense Minister Israel Katz issued a sharp response, asserting that Burke’s remarks do not reflect the position of President Donald Trump. Meanwhile, Ra'am party chairman Mansour Abbas called for Israeli and American recognition of a Palestinian state during the party's conference.

A terrorist was neutralized near Damascus, and the minister revealed intelligence preceding the strike in Syria. Donald Trump's envoy hinted at political motives behind Israeli actions. Kites were spotted in the Gaza envelope. The USA imposed 50% tariffs on Canadian goods, while Russia bombed a shopping center, killing 16. Artem Dolgopyat won his third European Championship title.

Israel has been monitoring Turkish buildup in northern Syria for some time. As it happened, the political and military clocks synchronized, but that is no reason to forgo an attack. In Israel, it is already understood: a conflict with Turkey in the coming decade is not an implausible event.

According to the report, the attack took place in the village of Beit Jinn, in the Damascus countryside.

The Syrian Foreign Minister announced that the country is working to locate and prosecute senior officials of the fallen regime who were responsible for the use of chemical weapons against civilians. While memorial events are held across the country in memory of more than 1,400 victims, Damascus clarifies: "We will bring the perpetrators to justice."

Turkey has requested an Interpol 'Red Notice' against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, citing charges of 'genocide'. This move follows a July arrest warrant issued during a trial regarding a Gaza-bound flotilla.

From a stone moved from its place to a herd with an unusual number of shepherds: fighters of the 595th Battalion track every change beyond the border. A special glimpse into the activity of the fighters who are our eyes in Syria.

Opposite the destroyed Quneitra, IDF soldiers monitor every movement on the Syrian side. Despite the absence of heavy enemy forces, the tension in the sector keeps troops on high alert.

68 days until the elections. Amidst the political noise, we often overlook the central issue of national security. Yair Golan's recent criticism of Israel's strike in Syria highlights a stark contrast in security doctrines ahead of the upcoming vote.

The current confrontation between Israel and Turkey came to light even before Jerusalem sought to officially reveal it. The Americans, through their special envoy to Syria, explicitly accused Israel of the latest strike, thereby bringing the issue to the public sphere. Although the exchange of inflammatory statements is routine on the part of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, this time it is the...

Dr. Hussein al-Shara, father of Syrian President Ahmad al-Shara, has threatened that the Golan Heights will return to Syrian control. In a social media post, he described Israel as the primary obstacle to Syria's stability and territorial integrity.

A real threat to Israel's security in the form of Turkish entrenchment in Syria, or getting entangled in an unnecessary adventure on the verge of war for election purposes? Ultimately, it is a question of trust.

The Israeli security establishment is monitoring with concern the strengthening of the Turkish presence in the eastern Mediterranean. Recent incidents have seen Turkish Navy ships approach Israeli vessels in international waters to demonstrate their presence. The commander of the Turkish Navy recently visited Syria for meetings with local military officials.

Defense Minister Israel Katz published a sharp statement this morning against Turkish President Erdogan, warning him against dangerous involvement in Syria. Katz suggested the Turkish leader settle for "empty fantasy speeches" in parliament rather than challenging Israel's security.

Israel is sharpening its messaging toward Turkey against the backdrop of recent developments in Syria. Defense Minister Israel Katz warned the Turkish leader against testing Israel's resolve to defend its borders.

Syrian Foreign Minister Asad al-Shaibani claimed that the Turkish army is not establishing a military foothold in the country: "Ongoing military cooperation in the fields of training and exchange of expertise only."