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What's Israel's plan in Syria?

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered strikes inside Syria this week, putting him at odds with the Trump administration, which seeks to stabilize the country.

FILE PHOTO: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks during a press conference, in Jerusalem, May 21, 2025. REUTERS/Ronen Zvulun/Pool/File Photo

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered strikes inside Syria this week, putting him at odds with the Trump administration, which seeks to stabilize Syria. The string of Israeli bombings has effectively halted any progress on a potential Israeli-Syrian security deal.

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