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Israel to begin employing Syrian Druze workers in Golan Heights pilot project

Israel plans a one-day pilot to employ 40 Syrian Druze workers in the Golan Heights to address labor shortages in agriculture; While some farmers are optimistic, others remain skeptical about the long-term feasibility and security implications of the project

Yair Kraus, Einav Halabi | 03.12.25

Syria’s Druze seek a place in a changing nation, navigating pressures from the government and Israel

Members of small religious sect find themselves caught between two forces that many of them distrust: new, Islamist-led government in Damascus and Israel, which used plight of Druze as pretext to intervene in the country

Associated Press | 03.10.25

False alarm triggers sirens in Golan Heights in first since November

Residents document interceptor missiles launched toward suspected aerial target; IDF later clarifies interceptors fired at targets mistakenly identified as hostile

Yair Kraus | 02.25.25

The war that was not won: its achievements and failures

Analysis: Israel has been artificially prolonging the current war; national and humane desire to see all of the hostages held in Gaza released and returned hides the fact that, since August, the IDF has not engaged in fighting against Hamas

Yoav Zitun | 02.17.25

Soldiers stationed on Mount Hermon face dangerous conditions

IDF soldiers on the Syrian Golan face unclear strategic goals as rising tensions with local residents sparks concern; Commanders question the mission’s necessity as troops balance defense, humanitarian efforts, and extreme conditions in a volatile and complex environment; A blizzard could put them in mortal danger

Yoav Zitun | 12.30.24

Israeli military operation in Syria ‘wise and correct,’ Druze leader says

‘Proud Israeli’ Majdal Shams Mayor Dolan Abu Saleh: 'I love to be part of society in the State of Israel… we want this feeling to be mutual and not one-sided'

Felice Friedson/The Media Line | 12.21.24

Erdogan urges West, US to halt Israeli invasion of Syria

Speaking at Cairo summit of eight Muslim-majority nations in coalition's first meeting since fall of Assad, Turkish president declares Turkey has no intention of withdrawing from Syria

Lior Ben Ari, news agencies | 12.20.24

Salma Safadi waves to her sister, Sawsan

Separated for decades, Assad’s fall spurs hope for families split by Golan Heights buffer zone

Sisters try to connect with oldest family daughter married to a Syrian 27 years ago says the collapse of the regime in Damascus makes contact easier

Associated Press | 12.19.24

ראש הממשלה בנימין נתניהו ערך חיתוך-מצב בשיא החרמון, יחד עם שר הביטחון ישראל כ״ץ, הרמטכ״ל רא״ל הרצי הלוי, מפקד פיקוד צפון אלוף אורי גורדין וראש השב״כ רונן בר

Netanyahu visits Syrian side of Mount Hermon: Israel will remain 'until another arrangement is found'

Prime minister visits site taken over by IDF with heads of the defense establishment; 'We are here at a crossroads to decide on Israel's preparedness in this important place'

Itamar Eichner | 12.17.24

Israel’s new fear: From Shiite to Sunni jihad

Commentary: Assad’s regime collapse marks a rare moment, but Syria’s new leadership may eventually demand the return of the Golan Heights; in his final hours in power, Assad raged, attempted bribery and accused his generals of corruption before fleeing

Nadav Eyal | 12.14.24

צה"ל בכיבוש מרחבים באיזור החיץ שמעבר לגבול עם סוריה

IDF in Syria: Seven villages, two brigades and winter preparations beyond the border

Without resistance, IDF forces took control of Syrian outposts, confiscating tanks, missiles and equipment; preparing for a prolonged stay, troops received portable living quarters; local villagers maintain daily life as army awaits stable governing entity

Yoav Zitun, Tel Kudana, Syria | 12.11.24

Netanyahu: 'The absolute victory they mocked is at hand'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convenes a press conference for the first time in 99 days and declares 'The Golan will forever be an inseparable part of Israel'; He also claims that "collapse of the Syrian regime is direct result of severe blows we have inflicted on Hamas, Hezbollah and Iran"

Yuval Karni | 12.09.24

Foreign minister confirms talks with Syrian rebels

In briefing to foreign press, Gideon Sa’ar confirms strong ties with Syria’s Druze and Kurdish communities, defends IDF strikes in Syria, saying they aim to prevent strategic weapons from falling into extremist hands

Yoav Zitun | 12.09.24

ILTV on the border: Israel prepares for possible escalation with Syria

Maayan Hoffman: 'Relatively quiet here. The only gunfire is celebratory—Syrians marking the fall of Assad's regime'

Maayan Hoffman, ILTV | 12.09.24

'Syrians are rid of a tyrant': Israeli and Syrian Druze celebrate Assad's fall

Syrian Druze rebel commander tells Ynet about their desire to break free from ousted Syrian dictator's rule and deep connection with Israeli counterparts

Einav Halabi | 12.09.24

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