A weakened Syrian regime under Assad, therefore, is in Israel's interest. But here's the rub: Israel would like to see Assad weakened, but not overmuch, and not toppled.
Herb Keinon is a journalist and writer based in Israel. He is a regular contributor to the Jerusalem Post and his work has also been featured in the Intermountain Jewish News (IJN). Herb's articles focus on various topics including Israeli politics, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and the impact of war on Israel.