Bolster National Security, Deter Aggression
Syria seeks to join the Mecca defense pact to enhance its national security and build joint deterrence capabilities. Damascus views this as crucial for protecting its sovereignty against persistent external military actions and promoting regional stability.
Sovereignty Defense
Syria's sovereignty is frequently violated by external military actions, with the foreign minister noting over 1,000 Israeli attacks in less than two years.
Joint Deterrence
Entry into a mutual defense agreement provides collective security, making an attack on one an attack on all, thus strengthening Syria's defensive posture.
Regional Stability
Syria is an integral part of regional security and supports any framework aimed at protecting stability, including backing efforts to restore stability in Yemen.
Protect Borders, Counter Regional Threats
Israel conducts operations in Syria to prevent Iran and its proxies from establishing military strongholds and transferring advanced weapons. Any move that strengthens Syria's military capabilities or forms new hostile alliances could be perceived as a direct threat to Israeli security.
Self-Defense
Israel maintains the right to defend its borders and prevent the buildup of hostile forces or the transfer of advanced weapons to groups targeting Israel from Syrian territory.
Counter-Iran Influence
Strikes in Syria primarily target Iranian military infrastructure and Iranian-backed militias like Hezbollah, which pose a direct threat to Israeli security.
Prevent Escalation
Israel aims to prevent Syria from becoming a launchpad for attacks or a conduit for destabilizing weapons, necessitating proactive military action to maintain regional stability.