1️⃣ TURNING ON THE KURDS
New Reuters reporting shows Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa seized Kurdish-held territory with U.S. silent consent. Washington signaled it no longer backs the SDF, despite years of Kurdish ground fighting against ISIS. The offensive reportedly led to tens of thousands of Kurdish deaths, kidnappings of women, and scenes reminiscent of ISIS. Sharaa’s coalition includes jihadi elements.

2️⃣ TRUMP’S BOARD OF PEACE
Israel is expected to be among the signatories to U.S. President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace framework in Davos. Officials stress this is not an endorsement of the plan, but a move to ensure Israel has a seat at the table to oversee developments and draw clear security red lines. Few believe the council will succeed, but opting out would mean forfeiting influence. Explanation in the comments.

3️⃣ IDF IMPERSONATION CASE EXPOSED
Israeli authorities cleared the publication of the name Assaf Shmuelevitz, charged with posing as an IDF officer in the days following October 7. Prosecutors say he entered command centers, accessed classified discussions, and shared top secret information without authorization.