Israeli Military Considers 'Shocking' Damascus Invasion Amid Syria Escalation
An Israeli military source revealed to the Walla! news site that the Israeli military views expanding operations within Syria as essential to thwarting perceived hostile intentions. The source stated that deeper incursions into Syrian territory are intended to enhance the ability to monitor and intercept threats before they reach Israeli borders.
A senior officer described the current military activity in Syria as "beyond imagination," emphasizing its intense and continuous nature. This escalation comes amid ongoing Israeli penetrations into Syrian territory, particularly in the south.
More controversially, the officer disclosed that a significant number of soldiers expressed a desire to advance towards Damascus. The idea of "invading the Syrian capital" was reportedly raised during a visit by the Israeli Chief of Staff approximately two weeks ago.
These revelations coincide with United Nations warnings that Israeli military actions in Syria may violate international law. An independent international commission has documented instances of incursions, raids, and civilian detentions.