Following the overthrow of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, Israel has declared the 1974 Golan Heights buffer zone agreement null and void.
Israeli forces have advanced into positions on Mount Hermon, a highly strategic peak near the Lebanon border.
Mount Hermon’s elevation provides critical observational advantages, enhancing Israel’s ability to monitor Syria and Hezbollah strongholds in Lebanon.
The Israeli government claims the move is temporary and security-focused, while analysts highlight the potential for heightened regional tensions.
Despite the Israeli claims, the international community continues to recognize the Golan Heights as Syrian territory.
