Israeli Incursion Near Damascus Leaves 13 Dead: A Stark Reminder of Regional Instability Threatening American Security

In a grim escalation that underscores the chronic instability unsettling the Middle East, an Israeli military incursion into Beit Jinn near Damascus has resulted in 13 confirmed deaths and scores of injuries among local civilians. According to Syrian health officials, this assault unfolded amid fierce fighting after Israeli forces found themselves encircled, escalating violence that once again highlights the dangerous spillover effects threatening not only regional but also American security. Why Does This Conflict Matter to America’s National Security? At first glance, distant skirmishes might seem remote from everyday American concerns. Yet this unfolding crisis is a direct consequence of...