The Syrian government has condemned recent Israeli attacks in southern Syria, specifically in Abdin village, Deraa province, which forced residents to flee their homes. Turkiye also denounced the actions, which Israel has intensified since late 2024, planning indefinite occupation.
Israel appointed a new commander for its Golan Heights forces amid stalled Syrian security talks. The army opposes withdrawing from key positions, citing concerns over arms smuggling and a desire to maintain strategic control. Simultaneously, Israel is expanding settlements in the West Bank, including a new military post near Jenin, raising concerns about undermining Palestinian statehood.
Russia's Permanent Representative to the UN Vasily Nebenzya called on Israel to return to compliance with the 1974 Disengagement Agreement on separation of Israeli and Syrian forces in the Golan Heights and respect UN Security Council resolutions on Syria. Nebenzya criticized Israel's policy of expanding occupation and demanded it cease airstrikes undermining Syrian military capabilities, while warning that Damascus's restraint should not be mistaken for weakness.
