The Take Why is Israel bombing Syria?
Dec 17, 2024
In this discussion, Aymenn Jawad Al-Tamimi, a Research Fellow at the Middle East Forum, dives into Israel's strategic military operations in Syria. He explains the significance of Israeli airstrikes in neutralizing threats post-Assad and how the dynamics of local trust have shifted in border villages. The conversation also covers the historical and demographic complexities of the Golan Heights, shedding light on the local Druze community's mixed sentiments towards Israeli annexation amid regional tensions.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Strategic Interests and Military Actions in the Golan Heights
02:45 • 3min
Israeli Military Strategies in Post-Assad Syria
05:36 • 10min
The Golan Heights: History, Identity, and Expansion
15:12 • 3min
Community Perspectives on Annexation and Future Governance
17:44 • 4min