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Since Assad's fall, Israel has increased its military activity in Syria. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government has intensified airstrikes targeting Assad’s military assets, especially chemical weapons and missile installations. Additionally, Israel has established a buffer zone in southwestern Syria near the Golan Heights to prevent chaos from spilling over into Israeli territory.
The recent instability in Syria has prompted Israel to adopt a more proactive and assertive security stance, especially in the wake of the October 7 attacks by Hamas, which shifted Israel’s strategic posture from cautious to aggressive. This includes preemptive strikes and increased surveillance, signaling that Israel perceives greater threats on its northern border.