Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz has ordered the military to remain in the UN-patrolled buffer zone on the Golan Heights throughout the winter, following the seizure of the demilitarised zone from Syrian forces. The deployment is temporary to maintain security amidst the collapse of Assad’s rule and ensure stability on the border, despite international criticism. Israel’s concern over potential jihadist access to strategic weapons from Syria may lead to an extended presence in the region.
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