Israel Expands into Syrian Territory Post-Assad Collapse

The Israeli military has captured territory on the Syrian side of the Golan Heights following the collapse of the Assad regime, marking the first such move since 1973. This temporary action, coordinated with the U.S., aims to stabilize the border amid attacks by rebel groups on UN positions. Israel's strikes targeted Syrian military facilities to prevent strategic weapons from falling into hostile hands. Israeli officials emphasize the operation's temporary nature, seeking to stabilize the region and potentially establish peaceful relations with emerging forces in Syria.