The fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in December 2024 has ushered in a new chapter in Syria’s political landscape, significantly impacting regional stability, particularly with reference to Israel. For over five decades, Assad’s government maintained consistent hostility towards Israel, driven by Syria’s claim to the Golan Heights and broader support for the Palestinian liberation movement. Assad’s departure has changed the internal power dynamics and altered Syria-Israel relations, with immediate consequences for regional security and geopolitics.
