In an interview with al-Ikhbariya, Ahmed al-Sharaa, President of Syria, stated that Israeli policies suggest it was disheartened by the fall of the previous Assad regime. Al-Sharaa claimed that Israel preferred the previous regime because it aimed for Syria to remain a state of conflict with regional powers and a site for ongoing disputes.
Al-Sharaa"s comments reflect a broader narrative regarding Israel"s interests in the region. He indicated that the Israeli government sought to maintain a situation of instability in Syria, which would allow for continued conflict and settling of scores.
For further context, recent developments have highlighted the complexities of Israel"s relationship with Syria and the implications of the Assad regime"s changes. Additionally, earlier coverage has explored Syria"s relations with other regional powers, including Russia.

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