Israel's Strategic Shift: Buffer Zones Signal Long-Term Conflict Amid US-Iran Ceasefire Talks
Israel is establishing buffer zones in Gaza, Syria, and Lebanon as part of a strategic shift following the attacks of October 7, 2023. This move indicates a semi-permanent state of war, according to Israeli military and defense officials. Despite US-Iran ceasefire negotiations, Israel is expanding its territorial control, aiming to protect its borders from adversaries like Hezbollah and Hamas. The buffer zones are intended to prevent attacks by creating a security belt beyond Israel's borders. This approach reflects Israel's belief in a 'forever war' against regional threats, necessitating preemptive strikes and territorial control. 
