Israel Strikes Syria to Protect Friends: World Reaction and Tensions in the Region

Israel has launched a military strike in Syria to protect the Druze community from sectarian violence that has broken out in a Damascus suburb. The move was the first officially confirmed strike in support of the Druze since the overthrow of the Bashar al-Assad regime. Syria’s reaction was sharp, and the international community is concerned about the escalation of the conflict. Will the new Syrian government be able to ensure the safety of minorities? What is Israel’s role in this complex context? Find out more about the tensions in the region and the challenges facing Syria after the civil war.