Israel implements proxy warfare strategies in Syria and Gaza

Reports indicate that Israel is implementing new proxy warfare strategies in the Middle East to expand its sphere of influence. In southern Syria, there is increasing military activity involving Druze militias. Heavy clashes involving artillery and mortar fire have been reported between these militias and Syrian government forces in the Suwayda region, specifically around Verga, Elmansura, and Terhadit. Analysts suggest Israel is training and equipping these groups to challenge the legitimacy of the Syrian army.

In Gaza, a similar tactic is reportedly being employed. According to reports cited by Haaretz, the Israeli military is establishing four separate militia organizations composed of individuals from organized crime and drug trafficking groups to combat Hamas. This strategy aims to utilize criminal elements to manage territory, though critics argue it deepens chaos and terrorizes the civilian population. These developments represent a shift in regional security parameters as Israel deploys proxy elements in geographies critical to regional stability.