West Asia is once again going through a period of tension. In fact, Israel has now attacked the Syrian capital Damascus and its other military bases. The purpose behind these attacks is that the activities of Iran -backed Hizbullah and Iranian militia should be stopped. Let us tell you that Israel has long been considering Iran’s growing military presence in Syria as a threat to itself. Weakening the Iran-Syrian-Hizbollah alliance for Israel is part of its national security. In Syria, Israel has been continuously carrying out the target airstrikes to eliminate Hizbullah’s weapon depot and missile factors. Israel has been indirectly received by the US for these attacks as Washington is also in favor of reducing Iran’s influence in Syria.
Let us tell you that in Syria, Iran has deployed its military base, arms depot and militia. Israel fears that Iran is preparing to surround it through these bases. Israel’s policy is clear – “Iran will not let Syria be strong.” Under this policy, Israel Iranian repeatedly targets bases, weapons and military convoys. In addition, Lebanon’s terrorist organization Hizbollah is close to Iran and its presence in Syria has become stronger. Israel does not want Hizbullah to reach advance missiles and weapons. So he attacks the weapons depots and convoys in Syria, which can be used against Hizbullah Israel. At the same time, Israel believes that Iran and its groups in Syria are constantly making new missile bases, drone base and tunnels. If the attack is not done yet, these hideouts can become a big threat to Israel in future. Therefore, Israel already destroys these bases.
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It is also clearly seen that although America does not attend direct attack, it gives Israel an open exemption to prevent Iran’s influence. This is making Israel more aggressive. Apart from this, many times Israel’s attacks are also associated with internal politics. The Israeli government wants to show the public that it is taking strict steps for the security of the country, so such attacks are carried out. Let us also tell you that at this time Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government is also under political pressure due to leaving with allies, so it may also happen that this action has been taken.
Let us also tell you that the powerful airstrikes in Damascus have also claimed that these attacks are being carried out to protect the draus community, which is currently in a direct struggle with the Syrian army. Israel says it is taking military action to maintain stability near its border in Syria and protect the Drej community. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticized the new Syrian government as a “staunch Islamic rule” and described it as a threat to Israel. Israel’s Defense Minister and Army confirmed that their attacks were targeted around the Ministry of Defense, Rashtrapati Bhavan and other government hideouts.
Let us also tell you that in view of the increasing tension between Israel and Syria, the US immediately intervened. The efforts of External Affairs Minister Marco Rubio and President Donald Trump led to a ceasefire agreement between Syria and Drew leaders, under which it was decided to remove the Syrian army from Suvida. However, this ceasefire is still uncertain because there are differences within the Droj leaders. One side Joseph Jarbu is in favor of this agreement while leaders like Hikmat Al-Hizari have rejected it and are appealing to their supporters to continue the struggle.
On the other hand, President Ahmed Al-Shraa said in a address to the nation that Syria had only two options, first- fighting an open battle with Israel, which would have to pay the price to the draus. Second- or to return to the path of peace by appealing to the draus leaders to be restrained. He said that “We are not afraid of war but we have put the good of the people of Syria above the destruction.” He also accused Israel that he was trying to divide and spread chaos in Syria.
Let us tell you that 169 people have been killed and 200 injured in the clashes that have been released in Suvida for several days. Facilities like electricity, water, internet are stalled. Common people are imprisoned in homes. The Syrian government says that the campaign against “illegal groups”, withdrawing from Suvida, has been completed. Meanwhile, United Nations Secretary -General Antonio Guterres has appealed to honor Syria’s sovereignty, criticizing Israel’s attacks. Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar and Iran also condemned Israeli attacks. The European Union described it as “a violation of Syrian sovereignty”.
Let us tell you that the Druz is a minority religious community, which is spread in Syria, Lebanon and Israel. He has a majority in Suvida province of Syria. Recently, there were reports of several drew citizens entering Syria from Golan Heights, who crossed the border for their ethnic solidarity. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu warned people of Israel and Golan Heights not to cross the border.
If seen, this crisis between Israel and Syria is not only limited to border disputes or internal security, but it is associated with geopolitical balance across West Asia. The politics of both countries has intensified in the name of protecting the drozed minority within Syria. There is also no doubt that this conflict in future can also make the role of a major regional war.
Now what will be the future of Syria, if we investigate this question, then the situation is indicating that Syria will not be completely stable despite the ceasefire because forces like Kurdish, Ottoman -backed factions and Islamic State are still active. In addition, Syria will repeatedly become a battlefield in the Shakti conflict between Iran and Israel. This conflict will also be a threat to Syrian sovereignty in the future. Also, despite getting help from Arab countries, there is no hope of Syrian economy to improve soon due to Western sanctions. Investors will disrupt uncertainty and corruption of Syria. If seen, millions of refugees, internal displaced and ruined health system are not visible in Syria. The priority of the world community remains in places like Ukraine and Gaza and Syria has been left behind.
However, Syria is today in those countries which are trapped in the ‘confusion of peace after the war’. Israel’s attacks and Iran-Hizbullah’s activities will continue to destroy it again and again. If seen, Syria can remain an unorganized, divided into pieces for a long time and an interference country of external powers.