Syria’s restrained approach to Israel carries risks

Syria, under Ahmed al-Sharaa's government, insists on Israel's withdrawal from occupied territory while seeking to rebuild its armed forces. Despite diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions, Israel has intensified its attacks, including on the Abu al-Duhur military base. This strategy of restraint may lead to a loss of trust among Syrians and the Arab public, who view Israel as a threat. Syria's military weakness complicates any effective response to Israeli incursions.