Recent Israeli military operations in Syria have escalated, particularly near the capital Damascus. Israeli forces conducted multiple raids, including helicopter landings at a former air defense base and targeted strikes on military sites, reportedly killing several Syrian soldiers. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) announced that these operations aim to dismantle surveillance equipment linked to Turkish intelligence. As these actions draw international condemnation, including from Turkey and the UAE, Israeli officials emphasize their ongoing commitment to operating within Syrian territory to achieve security objectives. The situation has become increasingly complex amid statements from U.S. lawmakers urging Israel to consider the destabilizing effects of its strikes in Syria.