However, certain border villages and towns have been classified as "high-risk" areas due to heightened security concerns, rendering them inaccessible for the time being. Israeli military forces have also shown that they are not truly committed to the ceasefire.
Meanwhile, a ceasefire in Lebanon coincided with the intensification of violent aggression in western Aleppo, where the Syrian Arab Army (SAA) is currently engaged in confrontations against Israel-backed Takfiri terrorists incorrectly described in mainstream media as “Syrian rebels.”
These terrorist groups, operating in Syria under the umbrella of Hayat Tahrir Al Sham, are supported by the Israeli regime and Western powers and represent a broader geopolitical dynamic at play.
The Zionist entity’s recent disgraceful defeat in southern Lebanon after nearly 70 days of unchecked aggression, marked by its inability to penetrate Lebanese territory due to Hezbollah’s adept military maneuvers, prompted a strategic recalibration.
To salvage its already tattered image, the Israeli regime is now pursuing new fronts of war, aiming to disrupt critical supply chains facilitating the transfer of arms to the Lebanese resistance.
This escalation follows a pointed warning from the Zionist entity’s prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu to Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, telling him “You’re playing with fire.”
Netanyahu’s statement, made in the aftermath of the ceasefire in Lebanon and admission of defeat against Hezbollah, directly references Syria’s crucial role in helping the Axis of Resistance.
Syria’s role in the Axis of Resistance
Syria plays a pivotal role within the Axis of Resistance, serving as a key supporter of both Hezbollah and Palestinian resistance factions by facilitating the transfer of weapons and resources.
Beyond its logistical contributions, Syria also hosts critical research facilities in Aleppo, underscoring its strategic importance to the broader resistance network.
Furthermore, Syria remains a frontline state in the struggle against Western-backed proxies, which aim to gain control of Aleppo and undermine President Bashar al-Assad’s elected government in Damascus.
These dynamics highlight Syria’s dual role as both a logistical hub and a steadfast actor in resisting external attempts to destabilize the region.
Syria’s arms depots, consisting of domestically manufactured weapons as well as supplies procured from other countries, have been instrumental in supporting Hezbollah’s operations in Lebanon.
Attacking Syria's military infrastructure
Over the past decade, Syria's research and scientific centers dedicated to the development of weapons have been repeatedly attacked by the enemy. These attacks have included aerial bombing of strategic sites and the assassination of key individuals.
In recent weeks, these attacks have intensified, indicating a deliberate effort to weaken Syria's military infrastructure and its role in the Resistance Axis.
Why didn't Syria enter the war directly?
The fact that Syria did not enter the war directly against the Zionist regime goes back to its complex internal and regional realities. Syria refrained from entering the war directly alongside Hezbollah or Palestinian resistance groups due to its engagement with terrorist forces within its own borders. However, it has continued to act as a vital supplier of arms to the resistance front.
For example, when Hezbollah targeted the Israeli Tel Nof airbase, it used a modified version of Syria's Khaybar-1 missile system, known as the "Fadi-6". This missile has a range of up to 225 kilometers.
Israel's efforts in Syria (2022-2024)
Between 2022 and 2024, Israel's military operations in Syria were mainly focused on destroying the country's defensive infrastructure. This included targeting radar systems, research centers, and arms depots.
For example, in November 2024, Israel attacked a scientific research center and defense laboratories near Safira in the Aleppo countryside. These centers are crucial for the production of arms and Syria's strategic role in the resistance axis.
Conclusion
The recent actions of the Zionist regime can be seen as desperate, indicating an acknowledgment of failure in Lebanon. However, the Syrian army continues to stand firm in defending its people and the resistance axis.
History has shown that such efforts ultimately lead to the enemy's defeat. Syria, with its resistance and strategic alliance, has neutralized the Zionist regime's attempts to destabilize the region and continues to move forward on the path to liberating Palestine/129