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Contrary to some misconceptions that the Assad regime's dominance has stabilized Syria, the country remains highly volatile, plagued by communal violence and ongoing insurgent activity, including forces affiliated with Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS). Israel’s targeted actions were primarily aimed at countering threats from violent factions along its border and asserting regional dominance. Israeli intervention in support of the Druze minority indicates the complex web of local alliances and conflicts that persist in Syria.