For Trump’s previous ambassador to Israel, the lack of diplomatic pushback is the change itself—a sign of enduring, bipartisan recognition.

The Israeli military is reportedly racing against time to finish preparations before snowstorms hit the northern Golan Heights.

“The peak of Mount Hermon serves as the eyes of the State of Israel to detect near and far threats,” Israeli Defense Minister Katz said.

The meeting followed reports of some Druze community leaders seeking to come under permanent Israeli control.

A host of Arab nations accuse Jerusalem of “sabotaging Syria’s prospects.”

The IAF carried out numerous strikes in Syria overnight Sunday, taking out weaponry that Jerusalem fears could fall into the hands of hostiles.

The new Pereh (“Wild”) Unit will consist of highly trained reservists, reconnaissance and special unit members who are locals.

“The army will continue to operate as long as necessary in order to preserve the buffer zone and defend Israel and its civilians,” the military said.

UNDOF claims the IDF’s construction of a barrier along the Alpha Line violates the ceasefire with Syria.