Syria’s new government responds to 'Israeli' occupation of Syrian territories

Published :

14-12-2024 11:41|

The newly formed Syrian interim government has called on the UN Security Council for urgent intervention to halt 'Israeli' attacks on Syrian territories and to demand the withdrawal of 'Israeli' forces from areas they have entered.

The government considers these actions a violation of the 1974 Disengagement Agreement.

Details of the Appeal

In two letters addressed to the UN Security Council and Secretary-General António Guterres on December 9, Syria’s UN ambassador, Qusai Al-Dahhak, conveyed these demands on behalf of the new government.

The letters mark Syria’s transition into a new era following the ousting of former President Bashar Al-Assad, ending over 50 years of his family’s rule.

Al-Dahhak stated that the 'Israeli' military has advanced into new areas of Syrian territory, including Mount Sheikh and Quneitra province, while launching heavy airstrikes on civilian and military sites in Damascus and other regions.

Condemnation of 'Israeli' Aggression

The letters condemned the 'Israeli' aggression, calling it a blatant violation of the 1974 Disengagement Agreement, as well as UN Security Council Resolutions 242, 338, and 497. They also accused 'Israel' of undermining Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Al-Dahhak urged the UN and the Security Council to take firm action to enforce Israeli Occupation’s immediate withdrawal from the newly occupied areas, ensure no further aggression, and uphold the Disengagement Agreement under UNDOF’s mandate.

'Israel' Justifies Its Actions

'Israeli' Defense Minister Israel Katz has ordered the military to remain stationed throughout winter in the buffer zone near the occupied Golan Heights, citing security concerns. Katz emphasized the importance of maintaining 'Israeli' presence on Mount Hermon for “security reasons.”

The 'Israeli' government described its actions as “temporary and limited,” claiming they are necessary to ensure security following the collapse of the Assad government and the absence of a capable Syrian authority to uphold the Disengagement Agreement.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that 'Israel' would remain in the areas it controls until new security arrangements are established.

International Condemnations

Several countries have condemned the 'Israeli' escalation and its incursions into the buffer zone. The United Nations has expressed concern over Israeli Occupation’s repeated violations of Syria’s sovereignty.

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