Syria gov’t adviser: Israel seeks occupation of our land

Israel does not wish for stability in Syria and is attempting to take advantage of the current situation following the fall of President Bashar Al-Assad’s regime to expand its occupation of the country, adviser to the Syrian Prime Minister’s Office, Dr Abdelkader Azzouz, warned yesterday.

Speaking during a phone interview with Al Qahera News yesterday, Azzouz added that Israel is working to weaken Syria’s defensive capabilities, occupy more land, and extend its presence. These actions, he said, aim to challenge any future government or transitional authority.

He highlighted that the Israeli occupation seeks to impose a fait accompli policy to exploit the situation, emphasising that this matter is the responsibility of the international community.

“International law firmly opposes such actions, as they endanger global peace and security. It is imperative to counter occupation, aggression and the use of force, as these behaviours erode international law and weaken global institutions,” he added.

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