Israel denies reports of military incursion into Syria, says troops remain in buffer zone

Israel has denied reports of an incursion into Syria, stating its military remains within a buffer zone along the Israel-Syria border. This follows claims that Israeli forces were near Damascus after the recent overthrow of Bashar al-Assad. Israeli military spokesperson Avichay Adraee called the reports of advancing troops "completely incorrect." He emphasized that Israeli forces are only in defensive positions to protect the border. In response to the situation in Syria, Israel has increased its military presence in the demilitarized zone established in 1974. Israeli officials clarified that their actions are focused on security and do not involve intervention in the ongoing conflict.