Israel Warns of Syrian President's Plans to Rebuild Army with Turkish Support
An Israeli senior security official labeled Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaâ as a "dangerous, extremist and anti‑Israeli figure," warning of his plans to bolster Syria's armed forces.
Statement Details
The official said al‑Sharaâ is focusing on Syria's reconstruction and stability, but Israel believes his main aim is to rebuild the regular Syrian army with advanced weaponry, aided by several countries, notably Turkey.
He added that al‑Sharaâ has recently begun procuring sophisticated military systems that could restrict Israeli air operations over Syrian territory.
Regional Context
These remarks come as Israeli concerns grow over deepening military cooperation between Damascus and Ankara, following earlier reports about radar and air‑defense systems that could impede Israeli air freedom in Syria.
Israel says it is closely monitoring any shifts that could alter the regional balance and warns that any hostile move will meet a strong response.
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