Syria

Report:

Senior ISIS commander arrested in commando raid in north Syria

Sources in Syria report that early this morning, US-led coalition forces raided the village of Āţimah in northwest Syria, near the Turkish border.

Rare contacts in Paris

Report: Syrian FM meets with Ron Dermer, Israeli delegation

Syria’s official news agency reports that Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani met in Paris with an Israeli delegation, mediated by the US, to advance stability in southern Syria and renew the 1974 disengagement agreement.

'Neve Habashan'

Families cross into Syria in bid to establish new community

Families from Samaria attempt to establish a new community, Neve Habashan, in the Syrian Golan Heights. A cornerstone was laid and a memorial established in honor of fallen soldier Yehudah Dror Yahalom.

Syrian President accuses Israel of fueling unrest in south

Syrian President Sharaa blames Israel for unrest in the south and calls for dialogue to restore national unity, amid protests in Sweida and tensions over clashes between Druze and Bedouin groups.

UN: Syrian civilians targeted in sectarian massacres

UN investigators detail brutal sectarian violence and urge sweeping reforms amid growing calls for accountability, protection, and justice for Syrian civilians.

Zamir:

IDF has reversed the threat on Israel’s northern border

At a Northern Command ceremony, Lt. Gen. Zamir outlined a shift in Israel’s defense posture, highlighting operational gains and a renewed strategy against northern threats.

Soldiers stationed at Syrian border without kosher kitchen

For three weeks, soldiers at the Tel Hazeka outpost on the Syrian border have been forced to make do with emergency solutions due to the lack of a proper response to their religious dietary needs

Syria vows investigation

Execution in Sweida hospital sparks outrage

Syria’s Interior Ministry condemns a viral video showing security forces executing a civilian inside Sweida National Hospital, pledges a swift investigation.

Southern Syria:

IDF apprehends weapons dealer in night operation

226th Brigade troops, under the command of the 210th Division and in cooperation with field investigators from Unit 504, apprehend a weapons dealer operating in the Taranjah area of southern Syria.

Needed: A Druze -Kurdish -Israeli alliance in Syria

In the wake of the massacre of the Druze in Syria, Israel should build a buffer zone. Opinion.

In Depth:

The Druze and Israel

Following the massacres in Suwayda, the Druze find themselves in the global spotlight. What makes such a relatively small minority in Syria so important to Israel?

Raid on four targets at once:

IDF troops confiscate weapons in southern Syria

226th Brigade troops seize arms and interrogate suspects in coordinated night operation aimed at thwarting terror entrenchment near Israeli border.

US Orthodox rabbis condemn massacre of Druze in Syria

The Coalition for Jewish Values praised Israel's defense of Syria's Druze population and called on world leaders to join Israel in preventing the slaughter of the Druze.

Syria sets September vote for expanded parliament under Sharaa

Syria will hold parliamentary elections in September under President Sharaa, expanding the assembly to 210 seats.

The Syrian Enigma of Abu Muhammad al-Julani (Ahmed al-Sharaa)

Bottom line: The West should resist the temptation to seek to understand the [Middle East] through our own cultural or epistemological knowledge categories. They don't apply. Opinion.

IDF reopens triage facility in Syria

Israeli triage facility in Hader, Syria, closed in recent weeks, reopens to provide medical care for local Syrians.

IDF apprehends weapons dealers in southern Syria

Troops of the 210th Division, in cooperation with Unit 504, arrested weapons dealers operating in southern Syria and seized the trafficked weapons.

Concerning facts on Israel's security situation

A stark warning - the next war may be far worse than October 7. In the campaign against Hamas, we have already suffered a loss.

Chief of Staff on Syria:

Those who can't defend themselves can't be safe

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir, during a visit to Gaza, stated that the IDF will increase pressure on Hamas while reducing the strain on Israeli forces.

Expert on Turkey Affairs:

Erdogan is the big winner from the Syria conflict

Dr. Hay Eytan Cohen Yanarocak, expert on Turkey, says that the conflict in Syria will work to the advantage of Turkey to prevent reconciliation between Syria and Israel.

'Bombs everything'

Report quotes US official calling Netanyahu a 'madman'

Senior US officials say Israeli strikes in Syria risk undermining Trump administration's regional goals.

We will not be silent:

Maghrebi Rabbis against Druze massacre in Syria

Maghrebi rabbis severely condemn reports of massacres and brutal acts committed against members of the Druze community in Syria.

הכאוס בסוריה

Russians killed in Syria: Chaos and power struggles

Severe incidents between Islamist militias and Russian forces have resulted in the deaths of soldiers. The Israeli Defense Forces are closely monitoring attempts by Al-Julani to expand his control into Latakia and the Syrian coast.

Rubio urges Syria to halt jihadist massacres in south

US Secretary of State urges Syria to stop jihadist-led massacres in the south, warning Damascus to act if it seeks a unified and peaceful Syria. His call follows a US-announced ceasefire deal between Israel and Syria.

Gideon Sa'ar accuses Syrian president of supporting jihadists

MK Gideon Sa'ar criticizes Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa for supporting jihadist attackers and blaming victims, urging international community to protect Syria’s minority groups.

Violent clashes on Israel-Syria border, Druze cross border fence

Dozens of Israeli citizens crossed into Syria Friday night, while using violence against IDF forces.

Syria:

Renewed clashes in Sweida as armed tribes battle Druze

Clashes between Bedouin tribes and Druze fighters erupt again in Sweida, after Syria’s army withdrew earlier this week.

Israel allows limited entry of Syrian forces in Druze region

In response to the fighting between Bedouin and Druze forces in southern Syria, Israel has approved the entry of a Syrian regime force for temporary action to separate the 2 forces.

Syria alleges:

Israeli strikes disrupting chemical weapons inspections

Syrian official claims Israeli airstrikes on Damascus have delayed OPCW inspections of the country's chemical weapons.

Erdogan lashes out:

'Israel a terrorist state exploiting Druze in Syria'

Turkish President Erdogan accuses Israel of using the Druze in Syria as an excuse for "banditry" and expansion, calling Israel a "lawless, greedy terrorist state".

Sa’ar urges UN to confront Syrian regime’s attacks on minorities

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar urges the UN Security Council to act against Syria's brutal persecution of Druze civilians in Sweida, calling for accountability and warning that silence enables further atrocities against minorities across Syria.

Defense Minister:

'We don't trust al-Julani, we trust only G-d and the IDF'

Defense Minister Israel Katz meets with Senator Ted Cruz, emphasizing Israel's unwavering policy to defend Druze and ensure security in the Golan Heights. 'IDF's presence in southern Syria is guarantee for Israel's security.'

Israelis who entered Syria return with an unusual 'souvenir'

Two Druze men from the north were arrested after returning from Syria while carrying a Kalashnikov rifle. The police are expected to request an extension of their detention.

The 210th Division Commander's warning about the Syrian border

210th Division Commander Brigadier General Yair Palai spoke with local leaders in Majdal Shams and asked them for their help in preventing entry into Syria.

Netanyahu on Syria strikes:

The regime crossed red lines - and we hit hard

The Prime Minister made clear Israel will not allow Syrian forces south of Damascus, will protect Druze community; ceasefire achieved through strength, not concessions

Chief Rabbi Kalman Ber: Act immediately to stop massacre of Druze

In a powerful statement, Chief Rabbi Kalman Ber condemns brutal massacre of Druze civilians in Syria, urging Israel and global leaders to act immediately to prevent further violence.

Syrian President charges:

'Israel seeks to turn Syria into a zone of anarchy'

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa accuses Israel of attempting to undermine Syria’s stability, drag it into internal conflict, and divide the country.

Danon blasts Guterres:

'UN silent on Syria massacre, targets Israel'

UN Secretary-General Guterres condemns Israeli airstrikes in Syria, ignoring the Syrian military's massacre of the Druze. Israeli Ambassador Danon fires back and accuses Guterres of "moral bankruptcy".

Haskel:

If my family were butchered, I'd cross borders to defend them

Deputy FM Sharen Haskel vows Israel will protect Druze civilians amid Syrian attacks, slamming the international community for its silence on brutal minority massacres.

Rubio: We've reached agreements to end clashes in Syria tonight

'We have agreed on specific steps that will bring this troubling and horrifying situation to an end tonight,' US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says.

Chief of Staff visits Golan Heights:

'We won't allow southern Syria to turn into a terror stronghold'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visits Syria-Israel border, says IDF 'acting decisively to prevent the entrenchment of hostile elements beyond the border, prevent harm to Druze civilians.'

Thousands of Druze, including Knesset Members, cross into Syria

Thousands of Druze civilians crossed from Israel into Syrian territory in an attempt to assist their brethren who are under attack by Syrian regime forces.

Bahraini Crown Prince:

Volatility in the Gulf reduced thanks to war on Iran

In White House talks, President Trump and Bahrain’s Crown Prince discuss reduced regional tensions and Iran's nuclear ambitions.

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu

'We have a moral obligation to help the Druze'

Tzfat Chief Rabbi notes the Druze community's longstanding contributions to the state in addition to the principle that all humans are created in the image of God in call to defend the Syrian Druze.

President Herzog:

Israel will not stand idly by amid threats from Syria

President reaffirms security commitments amid Syrian tensions and calls for calm and lawful conduct.

Syrian Druze leaders divided over ceasefire

Some Druze leaders say that a ceasefire agreement has been reached between the Syrian regime and the Druze forces, others deny the ceasefire exists.

Northern Command chief:

'We are operating decisively in the As-Suwayda area'

The Commander of the Northern Command, MG Ori Gordin, warns that riots near the northern border divert efforts from the operation to protect the Druze in Syria from the Syrian regime.

Watch

Druze family reunites on Syrian border after 30 years

Family reunions were recorded on the Israel-Syria border, as members of Druze families reunited for the first time in decades following the entry of thousands of Israeli Druze into Syria.

Watch:

IDF strikes Syrian Military General Staff headquarters

The IDF published footage showing strikes by its aircraft on the Syrian Military General Staff headquarters in Damascus.

Republicans Overseas Israel head

'Trump must condemn Turkish-backed attacks on Syrian Druze'

Attorney Marc Zell: "We are asking President Trump to denounce the attacks on the Druze and other minorities - these attacks violate President Trump's Executive Order lifting sanctions against Syria"

Strikes caught live on air

Minister of Defense: The painful blows have commenced

Moments after Minister of Defense Katz warned of 'painful blows' to the Syrian regime, a live news broadcast captured the moment of an airstrike behind its studio.

Netanyahu to Golan Druze: Don't cross the border

Prime Minister Netanyahu asks the Druze in the Golan Heights to show restraint and allow the IDF to operate to protect their brethren on the Syrian side of the border.

Damascus

IDF strikes Syrian military headquarters and presidential palace

IDF targets entrance of Syrian regime's military headquarters, following attacks against Druze population in southern Syria.

'What Else Needs to Happen?'

Sa'ar calls out international community amid Syria bloodbath

Israel's Foreign Minister warns of escalating violence against minorities in Syria and urges international action to prevent further atrocities and regional instability.

Thwarted: Dozens of suspects attempt to infiltrate from Syria

IDF troops thwart infiltration attempt by dozens of suspects from Syria near Hader; several Israeli civilians cross into Syria near Majdal Shams.

Katz:

'We'll continue to attack Syrian forces until they withdraw'

Defense Minister Israel Katz called on the Syrian regime to withdraw its forces from the Sweida area and stop its operations against the Druze in the area and threatened that Israel's response would escalate.

Zvi Yehezkeli:

'Julani proves he’s unworthy - the ISIS DNA is stronger'

Arab affairs expert Zvi Yehezkeli issues warning about the new Syrian regime: “On the ground, they resemble Hamas. The real question is whether agreements can be made with them. In my opinion - no.”

Netanyahu

'We're committed to protecting the Druze in Syria'

PM Netanyahu and Minister Smotrich visit Hashmonaim Brigade base. 'We can protect our people and also preserve the world of Torah.'

Yossi Dagan:

Druze lives take precedence over an agreement with Syrian regime

Samaria Council Head Yossi Dagan urges Israeli government to increase military action, until massacre of Druze community stops, stressing Israel’s role as a regional power protecting its loyal allies.

Minister Chikli calls for elimination of Syrian President

Diaspora Minister Amichai Chikli says in response to killings of Syrian Druze that Ahmad al-Sharaa is "a terrorist, a barbaric murderer who should be eliminated without delay."