New Syrian Government Condemns Israeli Attacks
CrossFireArabia- December 14, 2024
In its first official stance, the new Syrian Interim Government has condemned Israel’s invasion of Syrian territories. Syria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Qusai Al-Dhahhak, sent two letters to the UN Secretary-General and the President of the Security Council. He demanded respect for the disengagement agreement and the mandate of the UNDOF peacekeeping forces.
“Syria condemns, in the strongest terms, the Israeli aggression and incursion into Syrian lands,” Al-Dhahhak stated. He called on the UN and the Security Council to take firm and immediate action to stop Israel’s attacks and ensure its withdrawal from areas it recently occupied according to the Quds News Network.
Ahmed Al-Sharaa, General Commander of the Military Operations Administration, stressed the importance of diplomatic solutions to ensure regional stability. “Diplomatic efforts are the only way to guarantee security and stability, avoiding reckless military adventures,” he said.
He warned of Israel’s actions crossing disengagement lines in Syria. “The Israelis have clearly violated disengagement lines, threatening unjustified escalation in the region,” Al-Sharaa stated. He also criticized Israel’s pretexts for the ongoing attacks, saying, “The Israeli excuses have become weak and no longer justify their recent violations.”
Al-Sharaa emphasized Syria’s current priorities. “The Syrian situation, weakened by years of war and conflict, does not permit engagement in new conflicts,” he explained. He called on the international community to act urgently. “There is a necessity for international intervention to address the latest Israeli escalation and ensure respect for Syrian sovereignty.”
Al-Sharaa urged focus on rebuilding the country rather than entering into further conflicts. “Our priority at this stage is reconstruction and stability, not being dragged into disputes that may lead to more destruction,” he concluded.
US and Israel Coordination
General Michael Kurilla, commander of US Central Command, met Israeli military officials in Tel Aviv to discuss the situation in Syria. They addressed regional security and the ongoing Israeli assaults.
For the eighth consecutive day, Israeli forces have conducted air and ground strikes on Syria. Overnight, they targeted facilities near the town of Kafr and the 15th Special Forces Division, along with electronic warfare installations.
Local sources reported fresh airstrikes on areas near Damascus, Sweida, and Hama. Explosions were heard near the Scientific Studies and Research Center in Masyaf. Witnesses in Damascus documented remnants of Israeli missiles in the Rukn Al-Din area.
Israel claimed its attacks destroyed 90% of Syria’s military capabilities. Targets included warplanes, naval assets, and strategic sites, aimed at preventing them from falling into rebel hands after the collapse of the Assad regime.
