Exclusive footage from the heart of Syria: A journey in the new security zone with Golani Reconnaissance fighters
i24NEWS reporter Uriah Keshet enters the security zone captured by the IDF in Syria alongside Golani Reconnaissance fighters. The soldiers describe the demanding service, the threat from the new regime in Damascus, and the importance of deep familiarity with the terrain. The commanders emphasize constant readiness and the challenge of hikers in the area.
i24NEWS reporter Uriah Keshet entered the security zone captured by the IDF in Syria alongside fighters from the Golani Reconnaissance Unit, a young unit specializing in reconnaissance and prolonged field presence. The soldiers describe the demanding service, the threat posed to Israel by the new regime in Damascus, and the importance of deep familiarity with the terrain. Captain A., the company commander, spoke about two and a half years of presence in the sector and the lessons of October 7. Sergeant Y., a combat medic, described how a suspicious shepherd could pose an intelligence threat. The commanders emphasize constant readiness and the challenge of hikers in the area, alongside joy at their presence. The report also describes the personal backgrounds of the soldiers, many of whom arrived with early independence and without a stable family support system.