What’s behind Israel’s latest attack on Syria?

An Israeli attack on a Syrian airbase has sparked international condemnation and raised concerns about regional stability. The incident, which targeted a Syrian military facility, prompted a strong warning from a United States envoy. The envoy cautioned that the strike narrowly avoided a direct confrontation with Turkish forces, highlighting the volatile nature of the situation.

The article delves into the motivations behind Israel's decision to launch the assault. It seeks to understand the strategic or tactical objectives that led to the attack on the Syrian airbase. The implications of this military action are also examined, considering its potential impact on the ongoing conflict in Syria and the broader geopolitical landscape of the Middle East.

Guests featured in the report include Murat Yesiltas, Director of Foreign Policy Studies at the Foundation for Political, Economic and Social Research (SETA); Haid Haid, a consulting fellow with the Middle East and North Africa Programme at Chatham House; and Michael Mulroy, former US deputy assistant secretary of defense for the Middle East. Their expertise is drawn upon to analyze the complexities of the event and its potential consequences.