Syria’s restrained approach to Israel carries risks
Summary
Israel has attacked multiple locations inside Syria recently, including military bases and villages. The new Syrian government is choosing to focus on rebuilding the country and restoring international relations rather than responding with military force, but this cautious approach may allow Israel to continue its actions unchecked.Key Facts
- Israel shelled a hilltop near Beit Jinn and raided a village in Quneitra province last week.
- Israeli jets also struck the Abu al-Duhur military base in northern Syria days earlier.
- Israel claims these strikes aim to block Turkish military moves in Syria, but Syria and Turkey disagree.
- The Syrian government, led by Ahmed al-Sharaa, avoids military confrontation and focuses on rebuilding state institutions and economy.
- The World Bank estimates Syria’s reconstruction will cost about $216 billion.
- International sanctions on Syria have been eased: the US ended broad sanctions and removed Syria from the terrorism sponsor list, and the EU lifted most sanctions.
- Syria’s rebuilding depends on stable international ties and investment, which could be hurt by increased fighting with Israel.
- Israel is concerned about Syria’s new government and its ties to armed Islamist groups.
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