Netanyahu says Israel aims to 'double population' in annexed parts of Golan Heights
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3 months ago

Netanyahu says Israel aims to 'double population' in annexed parts of Golan Heights

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On Sunday, Netanyahu’s office said that the government approved a plan to double the population on the Israeli-held Golan Heights Israeli soldiers stand on the Syrian side of the ceasefire line between Syria and the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights, as seen from the Golan Heights, December 10, 2024. File Image/Reuters The Israeli government approved on Sunday a plan to increase the population of the annexed Golan Heights, while insisting it had no intention of confronting Syria after seizing a UN-monitored buffer zone. As Islamist-led rebel forces swept Syrian president Bashar al-Assad out of power last week, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had ordered troops to seize the demilitarised zone between the two countries’ forces on the Golan Heights. Israel portrayed the move, which drew international condemnation, as a temporary and defensive measure after what Netanyahu’s office called a “vacuum on Israel’s border and in the buffer zone”, following Assad’s fall.

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Israel won’t allow Syria military forces south of Damascus: Netanyahu
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Israel won’t allow Syria military forces south of Damascus: Netanyahu

Al Jazeera  

Netanyahu has demanded the ‘full demilitarisation’ of southern Syria, where Israel has illegally expanded its forces. Israel will not allow the new Syrian government’s military forces to operate in territory south of Syria’s capital Damascus, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned. Israel has taken advantage of al-Assad’s fall to expand into a buffer zone between the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights …

In Syria's Golan Heights buffer zone, residents fear Israel is making a land grab
1 month, 3 weeks ago

In Syria's Golan Heights buffer zone, residents fear Israel is making a land grab

NPR  

In Syria's Golan Heights buffer zone, residents fear Israel is making a land grab toggle caption Ayman Oghanna for NPR QUNEITRA PROVINCE, GOLAN HEIGHTS, Syria — The Golan Heights is a rocky terrain dotted with olive trees and grazing cows, and it's enclosed by snow-capped mountains. toggle caption Ayman Oghanna for NPR Israel says its military presence in the Golan …

Golan Heights villagers say homes were raided during Israeli security operations
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Golan Heights villagers say homes were raided during Israeli security operations

NPR  

Golan Heights villagers say homes were raided during Israeli security operations Villagers in Syria's Golan Heights have told NPR that Israeli troops have raided their homes and confiscated weapons. LEILA FADEL, HOST: In the Golan Heights in southwest Syria, residents say Israeli troops are raiding their homes and villages. FADEL: NPR's Hadeel Al-Shalchi is just back from the Golan Heights …

Israel’s plan to double number of settlers in Golan Heights met with conflicting emotions
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Israel’s plan to double number of settlers in Golan Heights met with conflicting emotions

LA Times  

An Israeli soldier sits at a table in the Bahat winery this month in the kibbutz of Ein Zivan in the Israeli-annexed Golan Heights, which most of the world considers occupied Syrian territory. Days later, the Israeli government approved Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s $11-million plan of financial incentives to double the population of Israeli settlers in the Golan Heights, which …

Israel's plan to double settlers in Golan Heights met conflicting emotions
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Israel's plan to double settlers in Golan Heights met conflicting emotions

Deccan Chronicle  

Ein Zivan, Golan Heights: A dry mountain wind whipped through a cluster of Israeli flags at the entrance of a kibbutz in the Israeli-annexed Golan Heights, where the tranquility belies the tumultuous events unfolding nearby. Days later, the Israeli government approved Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's USD 11 million plan of financial incentives to double the population of Israeli settlers in …

Israel’s plan to double the number of settlers in the Golan Heights is met with conflicting emotions
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Israel’s plan to double the number of settlers in the Golan Heights is met with conflicting emotions

Associated Press  

EIN ZIVAN, Golan Heights — A dry mountain wind whipped through a cluster of Israeli flags at the entrance of a kibbutz in the Israeli-annexed Golan Heights, where the tranquility belies the tumultuous events unfolding nearby. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print A woman looks at wine bottles in the Bahat winery in …

In the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights, some fear Netanyahu's plans after Assad's fall
2 months, 3 weeks ago

In the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights, some fear Netanyahu's plans after Assad's fall

ABC  

At the bottom of a gully on the edge of the town of Majdal Shams, at the northern tip of the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights, is a spot locals call "the shouting fence". The Israeli government says troops will remain there until "another arrangement is found that ensures Israel's security", as the country waits to see what's in store for its …

Syrian villagers near the Golan Heights say Israeli forces are banning them from their fields
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Syrian villagers near the Golan Heights say Israeli forces are banning them from their fields

Associated Press  

Israeli forces have set up a position in an abandoned Syrian army base in the village of Maariyah and prevented local farmers from accessing their fields, residents said Thursday. “But then Israel came, and it is preventing people from coming and going and moving.” The Israeli military said in a statement that it is “operating within the buffer zone and …

Syrian villagers near the Golan Heights say Israeli forces are banning them from their fields
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Syrian villagers near the Golan Heights say Israeli forces are banning them from their fields

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Israeli forces have set up …

Separated for decades, Assad’s fall spurs hope for families split by Golan Heights buffer zone
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Separated for decades, Assad’s fall spurs hope for families split by Golan Heights buffer zone

Associated Press  

MAJDAL SHAMS, Golan Heights — The four sisters gathered by the side of the road, craning their necks to peer far beyond the razor wire-reinforced fence snaking across the mountain. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Safadi sisters Soha, left, and Salma, cry after speaking by phone with their sister, Sawsan, who is …

Netanyahu says Israeli troops to occupy Syria buffer zone for foreseeable future
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Netanyahu says Israeli troops to occupy Syria buffer zone for foreseeable future

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Benjamin Netanyahu said Israeli troops …

Israel’s borders have shifted throughout its history. Action in Syria may reshape them again
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Israel’s borders have shifted throughout its history. Action in Syria may reshape them again

Associated Press  

JERUSALEM — Israel’s prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, entered Syrian territory Tuesday and said Israeli troops would remain in the area indefinitely, blurring the border with its northern neighbor. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Israel quickly annexed east Jerusalem – home to the city’s most sensitive Jewish, Muslim and Christian holy sites as …

Israeli forces to remain in Syria's buffer zone for foreseeable future, says Netanyahu
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Israeli forces to remain in Syria's buffer zone for foreseeable future, says Netanyahu

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Netanyahu visited the buffer zone with Defence Minister Israel Katz, who said he instructed the Israeli military to quickly establish a presence including fortifications, in anticipation of what could be an extended stay in the area. Image- AP Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced Tuesday that forces would remain in a buffer zone on the Syrian border, specifically on Mount …

Israeli forces to maintain a buffer zone inside Syria, says Benjamin Netanyahu
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Israeli forces to maintain a buffer zone inside Syria, says Benjamin Netanyahu

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Tuesday Israeli forces will stay in a buffer zone on the Syrian border, and specifically on the worl, “until another arrangement is found that will ensure Israel’s security.” Israeli Prime Minster Benjamin Netanyahu Netanyahu made the comments Tuesday from the mountain's snow-dusted summit — the highest peak in the area — which is located on …

Netanyahu Says Israeli Troops Will Occupy A Buffer Zone Inside Syria For The Foreseeable Future
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Netanyahu Says Israeli Troops Will Occupy A Buffer Zone Inside Syria For The Foreseeable Future

Huff Post  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks during a press conference in Jerusalem, Monday, Dec. 9, 2024. via Associated Press JERUSALEM — Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Tuesday that Israeli forces will stay in a buffer zone on the Syrian border, and specifically on the summit of Mount Hermon, “until another arrangement is found that will ensure Israel’s security.” Netanyahu …

Is HTS chief Sharaa going soft on Israel despite Golan incursions?
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Is HTS chief Sharaa going soft on Israel despite Golan incursions?

Firstpost  

The Golan Heights ceasefire breach by Israel seems to have no impact on Hayat Tahrir al-Sham’s chief Ahmad al-Sharaa who has said that the “general exhaustion” in Syria does not “allow” it to enter into new conflicts with Israel Israel has been Syria’s archnemesis since history can remember. Israel breaches Golan Heights ceasefire Last week, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu …

Netanyahu says Israeli troops will occupy a buffer zone inside Syria for the foreseeable future
3 months ago

Netanyahu says Israeli troops will occupy a buffer zone inside Syria for the foreseeable future

LA Times  

Israeli soldiers stand on an armored vehicle in Majdal Shams, Syria, on Tuesday after crossing into the country from the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Tuesday that Israeli forces will stay in a buffer zone on the Syrian border, and specifically on the summit of Mt. Hermon, “until another arrangement is found that will ensure Israel’s …

Israel's Golan Heights plan slammed
3 months ago

Israel's Golan Heights plan slammed

China Daily  

By JAN YUMUL in Hong Kong | China Daily | Updated: 2024-12-17 09:39 Israeli soldiers cross the security fence, moving toward the so-called Alpha Line that separates the Israeli-annexed Golan Heights from Syria, in the town of Majdal Shams, on Sunday. MATIAS DELACROIX/AP Concerns are growing over the US-enabled "Greater Israel" aspirations after Israel approved a plan to double the …

Israel seeking to 'expand borders' through Golan plan: Turkey
3 months ago

Israel seeking to 'expand borders' through Golan plan: Turkey

The Hindu  

Turkey on Monday denounced an Israeli plan to double the population living in the occupied and annexed Golan Heights as a bid to "expand its borders". "This decision is a new stage in Israel's goal of expanding its borders through occupation," the foreign ministry said in a statement condemning the move. Israel's government on Sunday approved a plan to double …

Turkey slams Israel's annexation plan, calls it bid to expand borders
3 months ago

Turkey slams Israel's annexation plan, calls it bid to expand borders

Firstpost  

Israel’s government on Sunday approved a plan to double the population of the annexed Golan Heights, just days after its troops seized a UN-monitored buffer zone bordering Syria as rebel forces moved on Damascus An Israeli armoured vehicle maneuvers along the security fence near the so-called Alpha Line that separates the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights from Syria, in the town of …

Israel approves settlement expansion in occupied Golan Heights after seizing Syrian territory
3 months ago

Israel approves settlement expansion in occupied Golan Heights after seizing Syrian territory

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Israel plans to double the …

Why Israel has its eyes set on Syria’s Golan Heights
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3 months ago

Why Israel has its eyes set on Syria’s Golan Heights

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The Israeli government has green-lit a plan to double the population in the occupied Golan Heights. Here’s why An Israeli armoured vehicle maneuvers along the security fence near the so-called Alpha Line that separates the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights from Syria, in the town of Majdal Shams, December 15, 2024. Israeli forces captured the Golan Heights in the 1967 Six-Day War, …

Israel agrees to double population in Golan Heights citing threats from Syria
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3 months ago

Israel agrees to double population in Golan Heights citing threats from Syria

India Today  

Israel agreed on Sunday to double its population on the occupied Golan Heights while saying threats from Syria remained despite the moderate tone of rebel leaders who ousted President Bashar al-Assad a week ago. Defence Minister Israel Katz said in a statement that the latest developments in Syria increased the threat to Israel, "despite the moderate image that the rebel …

Is Israel trying to entrench its occupation of the Golan Heights?
3 months ago

Is Israel trying to entrench its occupation of the Golan Heights?

Al Jazeera  

Since the fall of the al-Assad regime, Israel has attacked Syria to deepen the occupation of the Golan Heights. Among Israel’s recent violations of Syrian sovereignty, which include hundreds of air attacks, is its renewed encroachment into the Golan Heights – with tanks and illegal settlements. During the 1973 October War, Syria tried to take back the Golan Heights but …

Several countries slam Israeli plans to expand settlements in Syria’s Golan
3 months ago

Several countries slam Israeli plans to expand settlements in Syria’s Golan

Al Jazeera  

US military says it kills ISIL fighters as EU warns that Iran and Russia should have ‘no place’ in Syria’s future. Several countries have condemned Israel’s plan to expand settlements in Syria’s occupied Golan Heights after the ouster of former President Bashar al-Assad by opposition fighters. Multiple Middle Eastern nations and Israel’s ally Germany on Monday denounced Israel’s decision to …

'Syrian-led' must not be just lip service: China Daily editorial
3 months ago

'Syrian-led' must not be just lip service: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

Soon after the fall of the Bashar al-Assad government of Syria on Dec 8, Israel bombed military targets in Syria and quickly occupied the United Nations-recognized buffer zone of the Golan Heights to "protect its own security". In a bid to avert some of the international pressure, Tel Aviv claimed its occupation of the Golan Heights will be "temporary", and …

Israel plans to double its settlers in the occupied Golan Heights after fall of Syrian regime
3 months ago

Israel plans to double its settlers in the occupied Golan Heights after fall of Syrian regime

ABC  

Israel's prime minister has used the regime change in Syria as reason to approve a plan to double the Israeli population living in the occupied Golan Heights. Why the Golan Heights matters in the Middle East Photo shows Military vehicles driving up a dirt road along an area separated by barbed wire Shortly after Syrian president Bashar al-Assad's overthrow by …

Israel plans to double population on occupied Golan, cites threats from Syria
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3 months ago

Israel plans to double population on occupied Golan, cites threats from Syria

The Hindu  

Israel agreed on Sunday to double its population in the occupied Golan Heights while saying threats from Syria remained despite the moderate tone of rebel leaders who ousted President Bashar al-Assad a week ago. "The immediate risks to the country have not disappeared and the latest developments in Syria increase the strength of the threat — despite the moderate image …

Netanyahu says he spoke with Trump about need for ‘victory,’ as Israeli government approves plan for Golan expansion
3 months ago

Netanyahu says he spoke with Trump about need for ‘victory,’ as Israeli government approves plan for Golan expansion

CNN  

CNN — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday that he had a “very warm” phone call with US President-elect Donald Trump, during which they spoke about the need for Israel’s victory in its war on Hamas in Gaza and its stance on Syria. ‘No interest in confronting’ Syria Regarding Syria, where a rebel coalition overthrew the regime of President …

Israel approves plan to surge settler population in occupied Golan Heights
3 months ago

Israel approves plan to surge settler population in occupied Golan Heights

Al Jazeera  

Move comes days after rebel groups toppled Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad, weeks before Donald Trump becomes US president again. Israel’s government has approved a plan to increase the number of settlers in the illegally occupied Golan Heights, days after seizing more Syrian territory following the toppling of Syria’s longtime leader Bashar al-Assad. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said the …

What is the Golan Heights and why is the territory so important to Israel and Syria?
3 months ago

What is the Golan Heights and why is the territory so important to Israel and Syria?

The Independent  

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Israeli forces seize buffer zone along occupied Golan Heights after Assad’s downfall
3 months ago

Israeli forces seize buffer zone along occupied Golan Heights after Assad’s downfall

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Israel’s military marched into the …

What is the Golan Heights and what does it mean to Israel and Syria?
3 months ago

What is the Golan Heights and what does it mean to Israel and Syria?

ABC  

Shortly after Syrian president Bashar al-Assad's overthrow by rebel forces, Israel ordered its troops to enter a demilitarised buffer zone situated along the east of Syria's Golan Heights plateau it controls. Israel's occupation of the Golan Heights is not recognised by any country other than the United States, and the IDF's deployment in the buffer zone outside of it effectively …

Israeli strikes hit Syria’s navy, military arsenals
3 months ago

Israeli strikes hit Syria’s navy, military arsenals

Live Mint  

TEL AVIV—Israel targeted Syria’s naval and other military assets overnight as part of its campaign to destroy weapons left behind by the country’s military following the downfall of President Bashar al-Assad. Israel’s military in recent days has also moved its troops into the 155-square-mile buffer zone in the Golan Heights and said Tuesday its forces were still holding their position …

What is the Golan Heights and why is the territory so important to Israel and Syria?
3 months ago

What is the Golan Heights and why is the territory so important to Israel and Syria?

The Independent  

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Israel strikes Syria 480 times and seizes territory as Netanyahu pledges to change face of the Middle East
3 months, 1 week ago

Israel strikes Syria 480 times and seizes territory as Netanyahu pledges to change face of the Middle East

CNN  

CNN — The collapse of the Assad regime has prompted a punishing military response from Israel, which has launched airstrikes at military targets across Syria and deployed ground troops both into and beyond a demilitarized buffer zone for the first time in 50 years. The Israeli military on Tuesday said it had carried out about 480 strikes across the country …

Israel strikes Syria 480 times and seizes territory as Netanyahu pledges to change face of the Middle East
3 months, 1 week ago

Israel strikes Syria 480 times and seizes territory as Netanyahu pledges to change face of the Middle East

CNN  

CNN — The collapse of the Assad regime has prompted a punishing military response from Israel, which has launched airstrikes at military targets across Syria and deployed ground troops both into and beyond a demilitarized buffer zone for the first time in 50 years. The Israeli military on Tuesday said it had carried out about 480 strikes across the country …

State Department defends Israeli occupation of Syrian Golan Heights
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3 months, 1 week ago

State Department defends Israeli occupation of Syrian Golan Heights

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The US State Department defended the Israeli military’s push into …

Syria: Assad gone, Israel seizes Golan Heights buffer zone
3 months, 1 week ago

Syria: Assad gone, Israel seizes Golan Heights buffer zone

Firstpost  

After the fall of Syrian President Bashar Al Assad’s 24-year-long reign, Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that his troops had ’temporarily’ seized control of a demilitarized buffer zone in the Golan Heights Shortly after the demise of Syrian President Bashar Al Assad’s 24-year-long reign, Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that the Jewish nation had “temporarily seized” the control …

Israeli ground forces cross into Syrian territory for the first time in 50 YEARS to 'act as peacekeepers' as the country falls into chaos after rebel groups forced their dictator to 'flee to Russia wi
3 months, 1 week ago

Israeli ground forces cross into Syrian territory for the first time in 50 YEARS to 'act as peacekeepers' as the country falls into chaos after rebel groups forced their dictator to 'flee to Russia wi

Daily Mail  

Israeli ground forces have crossed into Syrian territory for the first time in 50 years to protect residents after Bashar al-Assad's government fell. An Israeli armored vehicle maneuvers near the so-called Alpha Line that separates the Israeli-annexed Golan Heights from Syria, in the town of Majdal Shams, December 8, 2024 A fire burns after explosions at a security compound that …

Netanyahu claims Israel-occupied Golan Heights in Syria will remain Israeli 'for eternity'
3 months, 1 week ago

Netanyahu claims Israel-occupied Golan Heights in Syria will remain Israeli 'for eternity'

New Indian Express  

JERUSALEM: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Monday that the Golan Heights, occupied by Israel for almost 60 years, would remain Israeli "for eternity". Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Sunday that he had ordered the army to "take control" of the zone -- on the east of the Israeli-annexed Golan -- after the fall of Syrian president Bashar …

Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Iraq condemn Israel’s ‘dangerous’ land grab in Syria
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3 months, 1 week ago

Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Iraq condemn Israel’s ‘dangerous’ land grab in Syria

Al Jazeera  

Arab statements come as Israel continues to step up strikes across Syria after ouster of Bashar al-Assad’s government. Qatar, Iraq and Saudi Arabia have decried Israel’s seizure of land in Syria near the occupied Golan Heights as the Israeli military continues to launch air strikes across the country. The Qatari Foreign Ministry said on Monday that Doha considers the Israeli …

Israel watches Syria with trepidation as 50 years of detente is upended
3 months, 1 week ago

Israel watches Syria with trepidation as 50 years of detente is upended

CNN  

CNN — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday said that the collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria was a “direct result” of Israel’s military campaign against Iran and its proxy in Lebanon, Hezbollah. Israel’s Minister of Diaspora and Combating Antisemitism Amichai Chiklisaid said in a statement that “the bottom line is that most of Syria is now under …

Israel is building along U.N.-patrolled demilitarized zone in Syria, satellite images show
4 months ago

Israel is building along U.N.-patrolled demilitarized zone in Syria, satellite images show

LA Times  

This satellite image from Planet Labs PBC shows Israeli forces digging along the Alpha Line separating the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights from a demilitarized zone in Syria patrolled by United Nations forces. Israel has begun a construction project along the so-called Alpha Line that separates the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights from Syria, apparently laying asphalt for a road right along the frontier, …

Golan heights attack: At least 11 young people killed in alleged Hezbollah attack on football pitch in Israel-occupied territory
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Golan heights attack: At least 11 young people killed in alleged Hezbollah attack on football pitch in Israel-occupied territory

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Footage aired on Israeli Channel 12 showed a large …

What is the Golan Heights and who controls it?
7 months, 2 weeks ago

What is the Golan Heights and who controls it?

Al Jazeera  

The rocky patch of land, which under international law belongs to Syria, is where the latest tensions between Israel and Hezbollah have exploded. However, during the Six-Day War in 1967, Israel occupied the Golan Heights. While Israel’s seizure of the Golan led to an exodus of many Syrians living there, about 20,000 members of the Druze community still live there. …

Will attack on occupied Golan Heights push Israel, Hezbollah towards war?
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Will attack on occupied Golan Heights push Israel, Hezbollah towards war?

Al Jazeera  

Israel has blamed Hezbollah for a rocket attack on Majdal Shams. Mojtaba Amani, Iran’s envoy to Lebanon, wrote in a post on X that Tehran “does not expect” an all-out war after the Majdal Shams incident, predominantly due to the “equations imposed” on Israel by Iran and its allies. The war on Gaza remains the root cause of the expanding …

Israel army says it hit Syrian ‘structures’ in Golan Heights
1 year, 5 months ago

Israel army says it hit Syrian ‘structures’ in Golan Heights

Al Jazeera  

The announcement came after two people were reportedly killed in an Israeli attack near the Syrian town of Beit Jinn. Israel’s military has said its tanks fired on two Syrian structures in the Golan Heights in what the army said was a violation of a 1974 disengagement accord between the two countries. The announcement from Israel’s military came after at …

Israeli missile fire allegedly injures soldier near Syrian capital Damascus
1 year, 6 months ago

Israeli missile fire allegedly injures soldier near Syrian capital Damascus

Al Jazeera  

The missile fire is the latest attack in an ongoing shadow conflict unfolding in Syria between Israel and Iran. Israeli missiles have injured a soldier near the Syrian capital of Damascus, according to the Syrian state media agency SANA. “The Israeli enemy carried out an attack with missiles sent from the occupied Golan Heights,” SANA said, noting “material damage” in …

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