Syrians protest Netanyahu's demilitarization call in Quneitra, Suweyda

Syrians protested against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's demand for the complete demilitarization of southern Syria, particularly in the provinces of Quneitra, Daraa, and Suwayda. Demonstrators in multiple locations, including Quneitra and Suweyda, expressed their rejection of foreign interference and Israeli military presence, chanting slogans like 'Down with Israel.' Netanyahu has stated that Israel will not tolerate the presence of forces from the new Syrian government or the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham near its territory, claiming that Israeli troops will remain in the buffer zone indefinitely to protect local communities. This demand comes after the fall of the Assad regime, which has led to increased Israeli military activity in the region. The situation has drawn condemnation from various Arab nations and the United Nations, as Israel's occupation of the Golan Heights continues to be a contentious issue. Amid these tensions, Syria's new authorities are preparing for a national dialogue conference to address the country's future following Assad's ousting.