Israel has launched over 300 airstrikes across Syria since the fall of the Assad regime, targeting key infrastructure and leaving a trail of destruction, according to reports from the UK-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR). The strikes, including an intense overnight assault on Damascus, Aleppo, and Hama, have severely crippled Syria’s military capabilities, raising concerns over blatant violations of sovereignty and human rights.
Decimation of Syrian Infrastructure
The SOHR documented widespread damage, with many facilities, including weapon warehouses, research centers, and naval bases, obliterated. Rami Abdul Rahman, SOHR’s founder, stated, “Syrian lands are being violated,” highlighting the devastating impact on the country’s defense infrastructure.
Israel’s Justification Raises Doubts
While Israel claims these actions aim to prevent weapons from falling “into the hands of extremists,” critics argue the strikes are a calculated effort to exploit Syria’s transitional vulnerability. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu framed the aggression as a “temporary defensive measure,” but evidence suggests a broader agenda to weaken Syria’s sovereignty.
A Pattern of Aggression
The Israeli military also crossed from the occupied Golan Heights into the demilitarized buffer zone, a move condemned internationally. Despite Israel’s denial of ground incursions near Damascus, their troops were photographed in positions meant for UN peacekeepers.
International Condemnation Urged
The international community has largely remained silent as Israel continues its aggressive military campaign, further destabilizing the war-torn nation. These actions echo Israel’s long history of human rights violations in occupied territories, intensifying calls for accountability.
A Nation in Crisis
As Syria grapples with the fallout of Assad’s ousting, the Israeli strikes add another layer of suffering for its people. The destruction of critical infrastructure not only weakens the state’s defenses but also hampers efforts to rebuild. Syrians now face the dual challenge of recovering from decades of dictatorship and resisting external aggression.
Israel’s actions in Syria mirror its broader strategy of exploiting regional turmoil for territorial and political gains, perpetuating instability and human suffering. The global community must take a firm stand to prevent further violations.
