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Israel says its troops in Syria will remain atop Mt Hermon indefinitely (www.reuters.com)
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Israel says its troops have taken up positions inside a U.N.-monitored demilitarised zone within Syria, and some have ventured beyond it. Israeli officials have previously said that the moves were limited and temporary, to ensure the security of Israeli borders.

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[–] [email protected] 5 points 3 days ago* (last edited 3 days ago)

Rules of acquisition number 1: Once you have their money, you never give it back.

The important thing is the mountain, they've taken over the top of the mountain which blocked their radar imaging to the north east of their country. That is a huge military advantage. Now they can view the entire plain around it. They will not give up that military strategic value.