Tensions are heating up in the Middle East as Israel has taken a controversial step by sending its troops into Syria. Washington has supported the move, calling it an act of “self-defense,” but many nations are calling it a violation of international law. So, what’s really going on, and why is this such a big deal?
What Happened?
On Sunday, Israeli forces crossed into the demilitarized zone of the Golan Heights, an area that has long been a buffer between Israel and Syria. By Monday, they pushed even deeper into Syria. This bold move followed dramatic changes in Syria, where opposition forces forced President Bashar Assad to flee the capital, Damascus, creating chaos in the region.
According to Israeli officials, this military operation aims to prevent militant groups from taking over the border area and launching attacks on Israel in the future. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz explained that they want to create a “security area” inside Syria that would be free of “h...
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