Israel orders troops to prepare for winter in a UN buffer zone on Mount Hermon, amid Syrian conflict.

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has ordered troops to prepare for a prolonged winter stay in the UN buffer zone between Israeli and Syrian forces on Mount Hermon. The move aims to ensure security amid Syria's instability, with Israel conducting strikes to prevent weapons from falling into rebel hands. This has sparked international criticism, with the UN urging withdrawal, while the US has backed Israel's right to self-defense. Israel claims its presence is temporary and defensive.

December 13, 2024
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