Claims of the establishment of an Israeli military base east of Sweida are “incorrect”.
Pages and accounts on social media platforms, including the page “Bashan Moment by Moment,” circulated news claiming—citing “special sources from Israel”—that the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) had begun preparations to establish a military base as an advanced defensive line in the eastern area of Syria’s As-Suwayda governorate.
Original Claim Text
“Breaking: Special sources from Israel confirm that the Israeli Defense Forces have begun preparations to establish a military base as an advanced defensive line east of As-Suwayda.”
Verification Summary
False
The Kashaf team monitored the circulating claim and verified its accuracy by reviewing all official Israeli military and governmental sources, in addition to tracking reports published by reliable Hebrew and Arabic media outlets covering developments in southern Syria.
The investigation found no mention or indication—either in official statements issued by the spokesperson of the Israeli army or in credible news reports—confirming the start of constructing a military base in the specified area east of As-Suwayda.
Why Is the Claim False?
Absence of an Official Source
No official statement or announcement has been issued by the Israeli army or the Ministry of Defense regarding the establishment of permanent military facilities in the eastern countryside of As-Suwayda.
Lack of Reliable Media Coverage
The claim circulated only on unofficial social media pages that lack credibility, while international news agencies and major Hebrew-language media outlets, which usually report on military movements in the region, did not mention it.
Misleading Use of “Special Sources”
The claim relies on vague wording, attributing the information to “special sources from Israel” without presenting any concrete evidence, such as recent satellite imagery or verified documentation supporting the allegation of construction activity.
Sources
- Official websites and statements of the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF).
- Monitoring reports from international news agencies (Reuters, Agence France-Presse) and reliable Arabic and Hebrew media outlets.