"Oudai Efnikher, a Syrian journalist, expressed the dire situation under Israeli occupation, stating, 'This is a slow occupation, but soon, we will lose what they have not yet taken.' His words reflect the ongoing struggle faced by those in the Golan Heights."
"Following the fall of Assad, Israeli forces launched a massive aerial bombardment campaign, destroying almost 80 percent of the military capacity left behind by the Assad regime. This aggressive action has significantly altered the landscape of control in the region."
"The area now under Israeli military control is off-limits to Syrian civilians and government forces, leaving farmers unable to tend to their land. Landowners face bleak prospects of ever accessing their properties again."
"Syrian political analyst Issam Khoury noted, 'Maybe Israel will take it all. They already have a safe zone in southern Syria, so that could ultimately be the best option for Israel.' This statement underscores the potential for further territorial expansion."
Israeli forces have intensified their control over the Golan Heights, particularly after the ousting of Bashar al-Assad. They have launched extensive aerial bombardments, destroying much of Syria's military capacity. The Israeli military now occupies an additional 177 square miles of Syrian territory, restricting access for Syrian civilians and farmers. The establishment of a security buffer zone has further marginalized local landowners, leading to concerns about the future of their land and livelihoods.
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