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Israel Plans Autonomous Cantons in Syria Amid Turmoil

1/11/2025

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Israel is set to carve out autonomous cantons in Syria, a move designed to safeguard ethnic minorities from rising Turkish influence. This strategy, discussed by Defense Minister Israel Katz, follows the collapse of Bashar al-Assad's regime. However, critics fear it may threaten Syria's unity and ignite further regional turmoil.

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Israel is set to carve out autonomous cantons in Syria, a move designed to safeguard ethnic minorities from rising Turkish influence. This strategy, discussed by Defense Minister Israel Katz, follows the collapse of Bashar al-Assad's regime. However, critics fear it may threaten Syria's unity and ignite further regional turmoil.