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As the newly proclaimed leadership seeks to carve out its identity, tensions with Israel have escalated significantly. Reports emerged of Israeli forces moving into contested territories, citing a need to support UN troops. This maneuver transgressed a longstanding ceasefire and raised concerns about escalating military confrontation.
In parallel, Israel justified its military actions by arguing that it needed to counteract not only former Assad loyalists but also broader threats posed by instability within Syria. The reality of this conflict has seen an uptick in violence, with air strikes targeting perceived militants—and increasingly resulting in civilian casualties—which has drawn ire from the Arab world and beyond.