Israeli troops advance closer to Damascus in Syria operations

Israeli troops are reportedly advancing further into Syria, coming within 25 kilometers of Damascus. This marks a significant escalation as Israel conducts heavy airstrikes across the country. Israel's defense minister stated that forces have destroyed Syria's navy. The military is targeting sites believed to hold heavy and chemical weapons to prevent them from being seized by extremists. While Israel acknowledges operations in a buffer zone established over 50 years ago, it denies advancing on Damascus itself. Reports indicate significant destruction of military assets, including missile launchers and aircraft.